India’s Masoor Imports Rise as Global Supplies Support Domestic Demand

India witnessed an increase in masoor (red lentil) imports during January–June 2026, even as the country's overall pulses imports declined by 1.46% year-on-year during the period. The rise in masoor inflows indicates stronger reliance on overseas supplies to meet domestic demand for lentils. Increased availability in international markets supported import flows, helping maintain supplies in the