Nepal Has Not Banned Indian Mango Imports, Exports Continue Under Revised Rules: Agriculture Ministry

Recent media reports claimed that Nepal had banned the import of mangoes from India. However, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has dismissed these reports as incorrect. The Ministry stated that reports suggesting a ban or suspension of Indian mango imports into Nepal are factually inaccurate and misleading.

In a clarification issued on the matter, the Ministry said that the Government of Nepal, through its Plant Quarantine and Pesticide Management Centre (National Plant Protection Organization of Nepal), clarified on June 10, 2026, that no ban has been imposed on the import of Indian mangoes. Imports are being permitted under prescribed phytosanitary requirements. Import permits and release orders are being issued upon compliance with these requirements and submission of valid phytosanitary certificates issued by the Government of India.

The Ministry further clarified that Nepal has revised certain import conditions, including the requirement for Hot Water Treatment (HWT) of mangoes. India is facilitating exports in compliance with these stipulated requirements. The Government of Nepal has also issued a clarification stating that no restrictions have been imposed on mango imports from India.

At the same time, India has expressed concerns regarding the introduction of new phytosanitary measures without prior consultation. The matter is being pursued through appropriate bilateral channels in accordance with the WTO Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS Agreement) and the framework of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC).

Stakeholders, traders, and the general public have been advised to rely on official communications for information relating to import and export regulations and to disregard any unverified reports concerning alleged trade restrictions on Indian mango exports to Nepal.

Since January 2026, a total of 2,005 metric tonnes of mangoes have been exported to Nepal through 149 consignments. In June 2026 alone, 18 consignments totaling 266 metric tonnes have already been exported.

Around 80 tonnes of mangoes have been exported to Nepal so far this season through the Mango Pack House in Lucknow. In comparison, only 31 tonnes were exported from the facility during the entire previous season. The principal variety exported from the pack house is Malihabadi Dasheri, which enjoys strong demand in Nepalese markets. Based on current orders, exports from the facility are expected to exceed 200 tonnes this year.

Refuting reports of an import ban, Amit Agrawal, Director of the Mango Pack House, said that exports are continuing in accordance with the conditions prescribed by Nepalese authorities. Mahboob Ahmad, an exporter associated with the Lucknow Mango Pack House, expressed optimism about exports during the current season, stating that the season has begun on a very positive note for shipments to Nepal.

Dr. Rashmi Pandey, Assistant Director at India’s National Plant Protection Organization (NPPO), said that mangoes are being subjected to hot water treatment in accordance with Nepal’s requirements. In addition, supplementary declarations are being included in the phytosanitary certificates as required.