India’s tea exports grew by 2.85% in the financial year 2024-25, reaching 257.88 million kilograms, up from 250.73 million kilograms in the previous year, according to the latest data released by the Tea Board of India.
The increase was largely driven by robust performance from North India, which saw export volumes rise by 8.15% to 161.20 million kilograms, compared to 149.05 million kilograms in FY24. In contrast, South India recorded a 4.92% decline, with exports slipping to 96.68 million kilograms from 101.68 million kilograms in the prior fiscal year.
In terms of value, Indian tea fetched a higher price in FY25, with the average export price per kilogram rising 12.65% to ₹290.97, up from ₹258.30 in FY24.
On a calendar-year basis, tea exports from January to December 2024 also showed strong momentum, increasing by 10.57% to 256.17 million kilograms compared to the same period in 2023.
Exports from North India during the calendar year stood at 155.49 million kilograms, while South India contributed 100.68 million kilograms. Both regions posted double-digit growth of 10.28% and 11.02%, respectively.
The data reflects a promising rebound in India’s tea export sector, particularly from North India, despite regional challenges in the southern markets.