“India remains Bangladesh’s largest rice supplier due to cost advantages and reliable supply capacity.”
Bangladesh has decided to import an additional 200,000 tonnes of parboiled rice from India through the private sector to keep domestic prices stable, a move welcomed by Indian mill owners and exporters.
India’s news agency PTI reported that Bangladesh has granted import approval to 232 private companies, allowing them to bring in the allotted quantities of rice from India until 10 March, 2026. The decision aims to ensure steady market supply and control prices.
Indian millers said Bangladesh had earlier announced plans in August 2025 to import rice and the newly approved 200,000 tonnes have now been added to that plan.
Following crop losses caused by recent floods, Bangladesh has taken steps to import a total of 900,000 tonnes of rice in the 2025–26 fiscal year.
Indian Rice Exporters Federation President Prem Garg said Bangladesh has historically been a major and regular buyer of Indian rice.
He expects traders from Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal to benefit the most, citing geographical proximity, competitive pricing and lower transport costs.
Of the planned imports, 500,000 tonnes will come through the private sector and 400,000 tonnes through government procurement.
Indian traders said India remains Bangladesh’s largest rice supplier due to cost advantages and reliable supply capacity.
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