India's Pharma Exports Grow
Analysis based on 11 articles · First reported Apr 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 04, 2026
The positive growth in India's pharmaceutical exports, despite global challenges, signals a robust sector with significant future potential, positively impacting investor confidence in India's economy. The weakening India — Indian rupee is also expected to boost export figures in local currency terms, further supporting the sector.
India's pharmaceutical exports reached over USD 28 billion by February of the current financial year (FY26), marking a 5.6% growth compared to the previous year. The India — Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil) reported that exports for FY2024-25 were USD 30.47 billion, a 9.4% year-on-year increase. K. Raja Bhanu, Director General of Pharmexcil, projects the sector to grow from its current USD 60 billion to USD 130 billion by 2030, with exports aiming for USD 65 billion. The United States accounts for 34% of India's pharmaceutical exports, followed by Europe at 19%. Rajesh Agrawal, Secretary in the Department of Commerce, noted that exports would show growth in rupee terms due to the weakening India — Indian rupee. Namit Joshi, Chairman of Pharmexcil, expects FY26 figures to be similar to FY25, partly due to higher procurement by the United States in 2025.
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