Leather exports rose 8% in FY19
CONTEXT:
- India registered about 8% growth in export of leather, leather products and footwear during 2018-19 and is aiming to achieve 9% to 10% growth during the current fiscal.
- In rupee terms, exports during 2018-19 grew to Rs. 36,562.34 crore from Rs. 33,894.71 crore in the corresponding year-earlier period.
- For the current year, CLE is aiming to achieve 9% to 10% growth.