The Indian government is in advanced discussions to address the textile industry's demand for removing the 11% customs duty on raw cotton imports, aiming to ease cost pressures.
A decision on this matter is expected soon
May 24, 2026
04:01 pm
What's the storyThe Indian government is considering the removal of an 11% customs duty on raw cotton imports.
The move comes as part of efforts to ease cost pressures on the domestic textile industry, which has been facing challenges due to a supply-demand gap for cotton.
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