Expansion of Export Promotion Mission
Seven New Interventions Under Export Promotion Mission Strengthen MSME Exports: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry launched seven additional interventions under the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) on 21 February 2026. The initiative focuses on empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to expand into global markets.
EPM is designed as a comprehensive and digitally driven export promotion framework. It aims to improve financial access and strengthen non-financial support systems for exporters across districts and clusters.
Static GK fact: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry was formed in 1956 and plays a central role in India’s foreign trade policy.
Structure of Export Promotion Mission
The Export Promotion Mission has a financial outlay of ₹25,060 crore. It will operate for six years from FY 2025–26 to FY 2030–31.
The mission works through two sub-schemes: Niryat Protsahan (financial support) and Niryat Disha (non-financial support).
The implementing agency is the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), which functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Static GK Tip: DGFT is responsible for implementing India’s Foreign Trade Policy (FTP).
Interventions Under Niryat Protsahan
The financial support arm, Niryat Protsahan, introduces three major interventions.
First, Export Factoring Support promotes export factoring as a working capital solution for MSMEs. It also includes a digital claim mechanism to ensure transparency and faster settlement.
Second, Credit Assistance for E-Commerce Exporters includes two facilities. The Direct E-Commerce Credit Facility offers support up to ₹50 lakh with 90% guarantee coverage. The Overseas Inventory Credit Facility provides support up to ₹5 crore with 75% guarantee coverage.
Third, Support for Emerging Export Opportunities enables exporters to access new and high-risk international markets. This intervention helps in diversification and risk mitigation.
Interventions Under Niryat Disha
The non-financial support scheme, Niryat Disha, introduces four structured initiatives.
TRACE (Trade Regulations, Accreditation & Compliance Enablement) supports Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) requirements. This ensures compliance with global standards.
FLOW (Facilitating Logistics, Overseas Warehousing & Fulfilment) focuses on overseas warehousing and strengthening e-commerce export hubs.
LIFT (Logistics Interventions for Freight & Transport) mitigates geographical disadvantages faced by exporters in low export intensity districts. It aims to reduce logistics costs.
INSIGHT (Integrated Support for Trade Intelligence & Facilitation) enhances exporter capacity-building. It strengthens district-level facilitation under the Districts as Export Hubs initiative and supports trade intelligence systems.
Static GK fact: India’s Districts as Export Hubs initiative aims to identify unique export products in each district to boost local manufacturing and exports.
Strategic Importance
The expansion of EPM strengthens India’s export ecosystem by integrating financial assistance with logistics, compliance, and intelligence support. The focus on MSMEs aligns with India’s broader goal of increasing its share in global trade.
By addressing working capital, logistics barriers, and regulatory compliance, the seven interventions create a balanced export promotion model.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
Seven New Interventions Under Export Promotion Mission Strengthen MSME Exports:
| Topic | Detail |
| Launch Date | 21 February 2026 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Commerce and Industry |
| Mission Name | Export Promotion Mission |
| Financial Outlay | ₹25,060 crore |
| Duration | FY 2025–26 to FY 2030–31 |
| Implementing Agency | Directorate General of Foreign Trade |
| Sub-Schemes | Niryat Protsahan and Niryat Disha |
| Key Beneficiaries | Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
