Uttar Pradesh has significantly strengthened its economic ties with BRICS nations, with exports surpassing USD 5.36 billion in the 2025-26 fiscal year. The state exports a diverse range of products, including machinery, garments, leather goods, carpets, and precious stones, to BRICS member and partner countries.
BRICS MSME Forum in Agra
Addressing the BRICS MSME Forum in Agra, Uttar Pradesh MSME Minister Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary highlighted the state's growing trade engagement. He noted that of the total exports, USD 1.429 billion went to partner countries and approximately USD 3.938 billion to BRICS member nations. The three-day forum brought together MSME authorities and representatives from BRICS countries.
MSME Sector as Economic Pillar
Chaudhary emphasized that Uttar Pradesh's MSME sector, with around 96 lakh enterprises employing roughly 1.65 crore people, has emerged as a key pillar of employment, innovation, and economic growth. He credited the state's One District One Product (ODOP) initiative for connecting local talent and traditional crafts to international markets.
Under the ODOP initiative, over 20,000 persons have received margin money assistance totaling around Rs 897 crore, creating 3.16 lakh job opportunities. The minister also highlighted the Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana, which has provided modern toolkits and training to over 4.41 lakh traditional artisans.
Industrial Infrastructure Development
The state is building MSME parks under the PLEDGE program, with parks already approved in 12 districts to improve the industrial ecosystem. India is on track to significantly boost its trading presence within BRICS, with exports to members expected to exceed USD 200 billion by 2030. In FY26, India's exports to BRICS countries totaled over USD 96 billion, and with current growth trends, export volumes could more than double by the end of the decade.
