Government on Monday allowed export of all varieties of onions with effect from January 1 2021.

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"The export of all varieties of onions...has been made free with effect from January 1, 2021," the Directorate General of Foreign Trade said in a notification. The DGFT, an arm of the commerce ministry, deals with exports and imports-related issues.

The Centre had imposed a ban on the export of all varieties of onions in September to increase its availability in the domestic market.

The decision was taken following a shortage of onions due to flooding in several states, leading to a spike in prices.

India is the world's biggest exporter of onions and several countries rely on Indian shipments.

(With inputs from PTI)

(Edited by : Aditi Gautam)

First Published:Dec 28, 2020 7:58 PM IST