India's marine product exports reached a record Rs. 72,325.82 crore in 2025-26, with seafood shipments touching 1.93 million tonnes despite global trade disruptions, geopolitical tensions in West Asia and tariff pressures in the United States. The sector demonstrated resilience amid shipping delays, rising freight costs and fluctuating demand, highlighting its importance as a major source of foreign exchange and livelihoods.

While the United States remained the largest market, exports there declined due to tariff measures and shifting buying patterns. However, strong growth in China, the European Union, Southeast Asia and Japan offset this slowdown. Diversification into nearly 130 global markets and over 350 product varieties reflects a structural shift in India's export strategy, reducing dependence on a few destinations and spreading trade risk.

Frozen shrimp continued to dominate export earnings, contributing more than two-thirds of total revenue, while frozen fish, squid, cuttlefish, dried marine products and value-added items also recorded growth. Improved logistics infrastructure, efficient cold chain systems and strong port connectivity supported export performance. With continued policy support, market diversification and focus on sustainability and quality, India's seafood sector is positioned for steady expansion in the coming years.