October 1, 2026 2:16 PM
Govt caps sugar stock at 1,000 quintals amid festive-season demand
The Government has revised sugar stock holding norms to ensure adequate availability of sugar at reasonable prices during the festive season, with the new sugar season commencing from October 1. Under the revised provisions, sugar dealers will be allowed to hold stocks for a maximum of 15 days, while the stock holding limit has been fixed at 1,000 quintals with effect from October 15 to November 30, 2026. The revised norms will apply across the country, except Kolkata and its extended ...