2.2 MT Sugar Free Sale Quota for January

26-Dec-2025 09:27 PM

New Delhi: The Directorate of Sugar and Vegetable Oils, under the Ministry of Food and Public Distribution, has fixed a quota of 2.2 million tonnes of sugar for domestic sale in January 2026, as was anticipated. This quantity is the same as the quota fixed for December 2025.

In January, the festivals of Makar Sankranti in North India and Pongal in South India will be celebrated with great fanfare, and the increased demand and consumption of sugar during this period may lead to some improvement in prices. However, due to the cold weather, industrial demand is likely to remain weak.

The increasing use of jaggery may also partially affect sugar consumption. The 2.2 million tonne sugar quota is considered sufficient for the month of January, and it is expected to create a better balance between demand and supply.

According to trade analysts, it will be important to see whether the entire 2.2 million tonnes of sugar from the December quota is sold. Significant fluctuations in domestic sugar prices are not expected in January.

Generally, a stable market with limited price fluctuations is anticipated, although prices may rise somewhat during the festive season. The wedding season will also resume in January, which is expected to increase the demand for sugar.

The ex-factory selling price of sugar in Maharashtra has already fallen, increasing the difficulties for millers. Sugarcane crushing is in full swing, and there is a significant increase in sugar production. Millers in Maharashtra may face considerable difficulties in making timely payments to sugarcane farmers.