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Duty relief for SEZs lets limited domestic sales protect export jobs amid weak demand

Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Duty relief for SEZs lets limited domestic sales protect export jobs amid weak demand

It cushions earnings without turning SEZs inward

Duty relief for SEZ units now allows limited domestic sales, designed to help firms hit by weak global demand while keeping export focus intact. Experts say the policy can provide a financial cushion for capacity utilization and revenue, particularly for sectors like electronics and textiles that are sensitive to demand swings.

  • SEZ duty relief now permits limited domestic sales
  • Goal is to support units facing weaker global demand
  • Experts expect better capacity utilization and revenue stability
  • Electronics and textiles could see the biggest gains
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