Trump Tariffs Hit Indian Exports & MSMEs Hard: GTRI, FIEO | BT India@100

At the BT India@100 summit, trade experts Ajay Srivastava (GTRI) and Ajay Sahai (FIEO) deliver a reality check on the deep impact of Trump’s 50% tariffs on Indian exports. In a candid discussion with Aabha Bakaya and Surabhi, they reveal that nearly 70% of India’s exports to the U.S. are now vulnerable—with sectors like shrimp, garments, leather, and auto components taking the biggest hit. MSMEs, which dominate these sectors, are already seeing cancelled orders, stalled investments, and job losses. The China+1 strategy is in jeopardy, and global brands are rethinking India as a supply hub. A detailed look at the sectors most exposed—and what’s at stake for India’s trade and job market.