The Central government restricted sugar dealers from holding stocks exceeding 15 days or 1,000 quintals at any location from October 15 to November 30.
Exemptions were granted for Kolkata and Assam, where dealers may hold up to 2,000 quintals to account for transportation distances and regional logistical constraints.
The measure aims to ensure adequate consumer availability and curb speculative trading as the 2026-27 sugar season begins amidst elevated retail prices.