IVPA Calls for Review of Duty-Free Edible Oil Imports from Nepal Amid Surge
The Indian Vegetable Oil Producers' Association (IVPA) has urged the government to review India's edible oil import policy following a 17-fold increase in duty-free refined edible oil imports from Nepal under the South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) agreement. Imports rose from 47,295 tonnes in 2023 to over 804,000 tonnes in 2025, potentially reaching one million tonnes annually. IVPA warns this surge may impact domestic refining capacity, farmer welfare, and government customs revenue, calling for policy measures to align trade with domestic industry interests while maintaining regional cooperation.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 20 Jul, 09:16 am. Other outlets followed.