Launched in 2021, this scheme refunds hidden taxes; between 0.3% to 3.9%; that exporters pay at every stage, from manufacturing to shipping. Without this, Indian goods lose price competitiveness globally. CII’s Sanjay Budhia calls it vital, especially as exports grew 17.85% in just five months this fiscal. But here’s the catch: the extension is temporary. Industry wants a 5-year plan, not short-term fixes. Why? Because long-term contracts and stable pricing; key to winning global tenders; depend on predictable policies. The government aims for $1 trillion in exports this year. But hitting that target? That’s not just about ambition; it’s about how solid the support system is. Exporters need certainty, not patchwork. One extension won’t build a global export powerhouse. A roadmap might.