In 2023, India's imports of dried shelled lentils stood at approximately 268 million US dollars. The forecast for 2024 through 2028 shows a downward trend, with imports projected to decrease to about 242.18 million US dollars by 2028. This reflects a consistent annual decline in value. The year-on-year percentage decrease indicates a steady market contraction. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the next five years is negative, suggesting a persistent reduction in import dependency.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in domestic production efficiency and output.
Changes in consumer dietary preferences potentially affecting demand.
Fluctuations in global lentil prices and trade policies, which may impact import volumes and values.