Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone Reports 6% Export Growth, ₹2.42 Lakh Crore Turnover in 2025-26
The Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone (VSEZ) achieved ₹2,42,486.82 crore in exports during fiscal year 2025-26, representing 6% growth despite global economic challenges including U.S. tariffs and regional conflicts. The zone comprises service exports (₹1,81,868.83 crore) and merchandise exports (₹60,617.99 crore), with cumulative investments of ₹1,26,635 crore and employment for over 603,000 people. The performance demonstrates the zone's resilience and its role in India's export infrastructure, with 18 new unit approvals expected to generate ₹6,245.29 crore in additional investment and 6,876 jobs.
The Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone reported robust performance in fiscal year 2025-26, posting exports valued at ₹2,42,486.82 crore, marking a 6% increase from the previous year. According to Zonal Development Commissioner Srinivas Muppaala, this growth was achieved despite significant global headwinds, including U.S. tariff pressures and geopolitical tensions in Iran. The export composition consisted of ₹1,81,868.83 crore in service exports and ₹60,617.99 crore in merchandise exports, with the Duvvada SEZ contributing ₹4,935.39 crore. The zone has cumulatively attracted investments totaling ₹1,26,635 crore and provided employment to 603,474 people as of March 31, 2026. During the same period, authorities approved 18 new SEZ unit proposals across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, expected to generate ₹6,245.29 crore in investment and create 6,876 additional jobs.
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VSEZ posts 6% export growth in 2025-26, logs ₹2.42 lakh crore turnover
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