Exporters see order books improving, but want more measures from govt December 23, 2020 Challenges ahead Total exports during April-November 2020-21 were $173.66 billion, 17.76 per cent lower than exports in the comparable period last year. The imports were 33.5 per cent lower at $215.69 billion - Getty Images/iStockphoto Challenges ahead Total exports during April-November 2020-21 were $173.66 billion, 17.76 per cent lower than exports in the comparable period last year. The imports were 33.5 per cent lower at $215.69 billion - Getty Images/iStockphoto× Seek prompt refunds, cheap credit and sops to help overcome present downturn Turbulence in world trade caused by the Covid-19 pandemic since early 2020 cast its shadow over India’s trade prospects as well. The country’s exports and imports, since March, have suffered an overall decline (exports increased marginally only in September) as domestic manufacturing tried to grapple with the aftermath of the lockdown and a dip in global demand.