July 28, 2026 6:33 PM
Centre imposes sugar stock limits on dealers from August 1 to curb hoarding and stabilise prices
The Central government has imposed stock holding limits on sugar dealers across the country from August 1 to November 30, 2026, in a bid to curb hoarding, discourage speculative trading and ensure the availability of sugar at reasonable prices. Announcing the decision on Tuesday, the government said the measure is intended to maintain orderly supplies in the domestic market, protect consumer interests and ensure that genuine trade and distribution activities continue without disruption. Accord...