The central government approved Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport as an official transit point for shipping agarwood products abroad. This export clearance capitalizes on India's massive domestic reserve of 139.89 million agarwood trees, nearly all of which grow in the northeastern states. Assam anchors the entire industry by housing the overwhelming majority of these resin-producing trees. The initiative directly aligns with policy goals established in the Union Budget 2026-27 to expand international trade from the region.
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Direct air connectivity from Guwahati will link local agarwood cultivators and distillers…: Direct air connectivity from Guwahati will link local agarwood cultivators and distillers directly to lucrative foreign fragrance markets.
Global demand for oud continues to see significant consumption across the Gulf alongside…: Global demand for oud continues to see significant consumption across the Gulf alongside expanding markets in Europe, East Asia, and the United States.
The new export route executes regional trade priorities previously highlighted during the…: The new export route executes regional trade priorities previously highlighted during the 73rd North Eastern Council Plenary in June 2026.
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"Modi Government has approved Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport, Guwahati, as the export point for Agarwood chips and Agarwood oil. This is a big relief for farmers, producers, and exporters of this special product, of which Assam is a leading producer. It is a massive logistical leap not only for Assam but also for the North East, bringing potential markets closer to home. Many congratulations to our brothers and sisters in Assam as well as the North East," Goyal wrote on X.
But what exactly are agarwood chips and oil, why are they valuable, and how are they used? Here's what to know.
What is agarwood and how is it produced?
Agarwood is a fragrant, dark and resin-rich wood that develops in certain trees belonging to the Aquilaria genus. These trees are found across parts of South and Southeast Asia, including India's northeastern region.The aromatic wood…
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