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Strategies to Boost India's Makhana Exports

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  • Harsh Wardhan

    (Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER))

  • Tanay Suntwal

    (Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER))

  • Ashok Gulati

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Makhana (Euryale ferox), popularly known as gorgon nut, is emerging as a global superfood owing to its remarkable nutritional and medicinal value. India dominates global production, accounting for 90 per cent of the supply, with Bihar alone contributing 85–90 per cent. Despite this dominance, India's share in global makhana exports is disproportionately low. Only around 1–2 per cent of its produce is exported. As demand for plant-based, gluten-free, and functional foods grows internationally, India has a significant opportunity to strengthen its position in the global makhana trade.This report, drawing on secondary research and field visits to Darbhanga and Madhubani, outlines the present landscape of makhana production, evaluates value chain inefficiencies, and suggests actionable strategies to unlock India's export potential.

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  • Harsh Wardhan & Tanay Suntwal & Ashok Gulati, 2025. "Strategies to Boost India's Makhana Exports," Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) Report 25-r-13, Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER), New Delhi, India.
    • Handle: RePEc:bdc:report:25-r-13
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