# Indian government steps up measures as sugar prices remain elevated

https://mins.news/en/video/57232

- CNA, 2026-09-14 06:08 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAQiOdMQW9s

> India, one of the world’s biggest sugar producers and its largest consumer, is seeing sharply higher prices ahead of the festive season. The government has told sugar mills to maintain adequate supplies and keep prices at “reasonable” levels. Retail prices have fallen from their peak but remain elevated.

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