Government Releases 3 Lakh Tonnes of Refined Sugar to Stabilize Prices

The Indian government has released 3 lakh tonnes of refined sugar into the domestic market to curb rising retail prices, which have reached ₹65 per kg in some regions.

Despite the release, industry experts warn that demand from bulk users continues to outpace monthly quotas, leading to order caps on quick-commerce platforms like Zepto and Blinkit.

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs is monitoring stock limits to prevent hoarding, with officials stating that further releases will be authorized if retail prices do not stabilize by next week.