India’s imports from China declined across multiple sectors, including fertilisers, chemicals, iron and steel, and man-made yarn, in 2024-25, the commerce and industry ministry told Parliament.
Mobile phone imports fell to ₹3,710 crore in 2024-25 from ₹48,609 crore in 2014-15. In contrast, mobile phone exports rose to over ₹2,05,017 crore in FY25 from ₹1,566 crore in FY15.
“In 2024-25, a decline in imports from China was observed across several sectors compared to the previous year,” Jitin Prasada said.
In a separate reply, he said:”The government of India undertakes appropriate measures, from time to time, to address concerns raised by various stakeholders, including in matters relating to national interest.” Prasada said.