India’s incense sticks industry expects 15% growth in exports, domestic sales
The Hindu
India exports incense sticks to over 150 countries
India’s incense sticks (agarbathi) industry, in which Karnataka plays the lead role, is witnessing a significant spike in exports with yoga and ayurveda increasingly becoming popular overseas, especially on account of the COVID-19 pandemic.
India exports incense sticks to over 150 countries. By the end of fiscal 2021, exports are expected to go up by 15%, as per the All India Agarbathi Manufacturers’ Association (AIAMA), which represents over 800 agarbathi manufacturers across the country.
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