The positive impact of the state government's export promotion policies is becoming evident. Exports from Uttar Pradesh have more than doubled in the last eight years. To further boost exports, the government has introduced a provision in its new export policy offering various incentives, including discounts of up to Rs 25 lakh on product certifications. The state aims to triple its export volume by 2030. Currently, over 100 products are exported from Uttar Pradesh to various countries worldwide.

According to the Export Promotion Bureau's report, exports from the state stood at Rs 88,967.42 crore in 2017-18 and have risen to Rs 1,70,340.25 crore in eight years. The state’s major export markets include the USA, UAE, Nepal, UK, Germany, Vietnam, China, France, Spain, and Russia. 

Among the top 10 products, the export of electrical machinery and parts has seen a significant increase. In 2017-18, exports in this category were Rs 4,056.38 crore, which surged to Rs 38,756.58 crore by 2023-24.

Similarly, meat exports have grown from Rs 14,737.85 crore to Rs 18,505.29 crore, while clothing and apparel exports rose from Rs 9,114.30 crore to Rs 14,053.62 crore. Exports of nuclear reactors and related machinery have also doubled, increasing from Rs 3,725.80 crore to Rs 7,297.03 crore. 

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Additionally, the export of footwear and related products increased from Rs 5,616.86 crore to Rs 7,148.27 crore, and the export of pearls and gems grew from Rs 4,890.80 crore to Rs 6,727.13 crore. Iron and steel exports rose from Rs 3,855.69 crore to Rs 5,667.70 crore, while carpet exports grew from Rs 4,048.12 crore to Rs 5,516.06 crore.

Exports of vehicles and their parts increased from Rs 3,271.58 crore to Rs 4,695.24 crore, and the export of furniture and related products witnessed a significant surge, from Rs 1,417.37 crore in 2017-18 to Rs 4,352.33 crore in 2023-24.

Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi stated that the government is working on a plan to increase exports to Rs 5 lakh crore by 2030. The new export policy will provide capital subsidies and various exemptions for exporters, following an extensive study of export policies across different states.


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