US Tariffs Rattle Indian Exporters, Fueling Calls for Support

Indian exporters hit by President Donald Trump’s 50% tariff say they can’t survive without government support, as calls for relief grow.

The tariffs — which took effect Wednesday in Washington — doubled the previous 25% duty and are now among the highest in Asia, leaving Indian goods uncompetitive in the US market. Industry groups are pushing for stimulus that includes cheaper loans, wage subsidies and tax breaks to soften the blow.

Without such relief, they warn, production will stall, workers could be laid off and India risks ceding its hard-won market share to rivals.

“Those with 100% exports to ...