Govt removes export restrictions on wheat flour, maida, semolina

The government has lifted restrictions on wheat exports with immediate effect. According to Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) notifications, the export policy for wheat and related products, including atta, maida and semolina (rava/sirgi), has been changed from "prohibited" to "free". India halted wheat exports in 2022 and only partially relaxed restrictions earlier this year.