India's seafood exports reached a record high in the fiscal year 2025-26, with total exports amounting to 19,72,018 metric tonnes valued at ₹73,890.46 crore (approximately $8.46 billion). This achievement comes despite global challenges, according to Shri P. Jawahar, IAS, Chairman of the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA). The leading export item was frozen shrimp, which accounted for ₹49,037.93 crore (around $5.62 billion) from 7,92,647 MT exported. The United States emerged as the largest importer, purchasing 2,56,128 MT of shrimp, followed by China and the European Union. Frozen fish and dried seafood also contributed significantly, with frozen fish exports valued at ₹5,658.37 crore (approximately $643.70 million) and dried seafood experiencing a notable 78% increase in value. Additionally, frozen squid and cuttlefish exports showed strong growth, further solidifying India's position in the global seafood market.