Russia is now India's seventh-largest trading partner-up from its 25th position last year.
India’s bilateral trade with Russia between April and August 2022 skyrocketed to a record high $18.2 billion.
India’s imports from Russia have typically included petroleum oil and other fuel items, and fertilizers, mixed in with consumables such as coffee and tea, spices, and animal and vegetable fats.
But in 2022 so far, fertilizers and fuel alone accounted for over 91% of bilateral trade.
In September, Russia became India’s second-largest crude oil supplier.
India depends on imports to meet 85% of its petroleum needs.
India is also the world's third biggest oil importer and consumer.
Imports from Russia have surged over 500% year-on-year during the months of June, July, and August.