COMMODITY
India ships 18 tonnes of Mithila makhana to Australia
Aug-10-2026

The commerce ministry said that India has shipped 18 tonnes of Mithila makhana by sea route from Bihar to Australia. Bihar accounts for nearly 85 per cent of India’s Makhana production.

The consignment, sourced from Makhana growers of Darbhanga district, is expected to strengthen the international presence of Bihar’s flagship GI product while creating enhanced income opportunities for farmers through export-led market access.

To further strengthen the sector, a separate HS (harmonised system) Code for Makhana came into effect from July 2025. During 2025-26, India exported more than 7,000 metric tonnes of Makhana and value-added Makhana products to over 20 international destinations, including the USA, the Middle East and Africa.

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