Exports of mango pulp from Andhra Pradesh have been severely disrupted as the ongoing conflict in West Asia affects shipping routes and cargo movement, leaving shipments worth nearly ₹500 crore stranded.
Industry sources said several consignments destined for markets in the Gulf region have been delayed or temporarily halted due to security concerns and logistical challenges linked to the conflict. The disruptions have particularly affected shipments to key importing countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.
Andhra Pradesh is one of India’s leading producers and exporters of mango pulp, supplying large volumes to food processing companies and beverage manufacturers across the Middle East. The region’s processing units rely heavily on steady export demand during the mango season.
Exporters say shipping delays, rising freight costs, and uncertainty around maritime routes have forced some buyers to postpone orders, leaving large quantities of processed pulp awaiting shipment at storage facilities and ports.
Industry associations have urged authorities to monitor the situation closely and provide logistical support to help exporters clear pending consignments once shipping conditions stabilise. Prolonged disruptions could impact processing units, farmers, and workers dependent on the mango supply chain.
Despite the challenges, exporters remain hopeful that improved security conditions and the reopening of shipping routes will allow shipments to resume and prevent further losses for the sector.
