Kochi, Feb. 20 -- Saudi Arabia has imposed restrictions on imports of agricultural products from Kerala and West Bengal, citing concerns related to the Nipah virus, raising alarm among exporters and farmers.
The decision, communicated earlier this month through official channels including the Saudi diplomatic mission in India, affects shipments of fruits, vegetables, and other farm produce destined for Gulf markets.
The move comes despite the absence of any fresh Nipah cases in Kerala in recent months, prompting questions from stakeholders in the agricultural and export sectors.
Exporters say the curbs have disrupted consignments routed through Calicut International Airport, a key hub for perishable cargo to West Asia.
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