New Delhi: The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has reiterated its commitment to protecting domestic industries and exporters from unfair trade practices through transparent and rules-based trade remedy measures.
Speaking at a media briefing in New Delhi, DGTR Additional Secretary and Director General Amitabh Kumar said the organisation conducts anti-dumping, anti-subsidy and safeguard investigations in line with Indian laws and the framework of the World Trade Organization.
He clarified that trade remedy measures are intended to ensure fair competition rather than restrict imports. These measures help address issues such as dumped goods, subsidised imports and sudden import surges that adversely affect domestic manufacturers.
DGTR said its investigations follow a transparent process that includes stakeholder consultations, data verification, hearings and detailed analysis before recommendations are made to the government. The interests of domestic producers, exporters, importers, user industries and consumers are taken into account during the process.
The agency also highlighted the role of its Trade Defence Wing, established in 2016, which assists Indian exporters facing trade remedy investigations in foreign countries. The wing coordinates with ministries, export promotion councils and Indian missions abroad to safeguard India’s trade interests.
Among recent reforms, DGTR showcased the System for Ensuring Fair Trade through Unified Digital Platform (SETU), launched in 2025. The platform enables end-to-end digital processing of trade remedy cases, including online filing, document management and communication with stakeholders.
DGTR further noted that simplified application procedures, outreach programmes, helpdesks and the Trade Remedies Advisory Cell (TRAC) have improved access to trade remedy mechanisms, particularly for MSMEs and fragmented industries.
The organisation said it remains focused on strengthening domestic manufacturing, supporting exporters and ensuring a level playing field for Indian businesses while adhering to global trade norms.
