The government has permitted exports of 5 lakh tonnes of wheat flour and related products, according to a notification. This partial lifting of the ban was eased after a gap of over three years, when the centre banned wheat exports in 2022. ADVERTISEMENT"The export of wheat flour and related products shall continue to remain prohibited. The export authorisation shall be valid for a period of six months from the date of its issuance. Applicants who can seek permission include flour mills/processing units having a valid IEC (import export code) and FSSAI licence for making wheat flour and related products functioning as manufacturer exporters.

Source: The Telegraph January 19, 2026 08:46 UTC