India's marine product exports reach ₹62,408 crore in 2024-25
India's marine product exports more than doubled from ₹30,213 crore in 2013-14 to ₹62,408 crore in 2024-25, with the US the largest market, the Fisheries Department said on 3 April 2026.
Summary
India's marine product exports rose from ₹30,213 crore in 2013-14 to ₹62,408 crore in 2024-25, driven largely by shrimp exports worth ₹43,334 crore, the Department of Fisheries said on 3 April 2026. Exports of over 350 product varieties reach nearly 130 markets; the United States was the largest destination in 2024-25 with 36.42% of export value, followed by China, the European Union, Southeast Asia, Japan and the Middle East. Value-added products rose from 2.5% to 11% of the export basket. Fish production grew from 141.64 lakh tonnes in 2019-20 to 197.75 lakh tonnes in 2024-25. India is the second-largest aquaculture producer, with about 8% of global fish production, and the government has invested a record ₹39,272 crore in the sector since 2015.
Key facts
- Marine exports 2024-25
- ₹62,408 crore (₹30,213 crore in 2013-14)
- Shrimp
- ₹43,334 crore
- Largest market
- USA, 36.42% of export value
- Reach
- 350+ products, ~130 markets
- Fish production
- 197.75 lakh tonnes (2024-25)
- Global rank
- 2nd-largest aquaculture producer; ~8% of global fish output
Practice MCQs 3 questions
What was the value of India's marine product exports in 2024-25, as per the Department of Fisheries?
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Correct answer: D — ₹62,408 crore
The department said marine exports rose to ₹62,408 crore in 2024-25; ₹43,334 crore was the shrimp component and ₹30,213 crore the 2013-14 figure.
Which country was the largest destination for India's seafood exports in 2024-25?
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Correct answer: A — United States
The United States accounted for 36.42% of total export value in 2024-25.
What was India's fish production in 2024-25, according to the Department of Fisheries?
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Correct answer: B — 197.75 lakh tonnes
Fish production rose from 141.64 lakh tonnes in 2019-20 to 197.75 lakh tonnes in 2024-25.