The 2026–27 sugar season is progressing steadily, with 184 sugar mills having commenced crushing operations across the country as on Thursday, compared to 154 mills during the corresponding period last year, according to the data released by the Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA).
Sugar production during the current season has reached 12.85 lakh tonnes, against 3.20 lakh tonnes produced by the corresponding date last year. The higher production reflects the early commencement of crushing operations, particularly in Maharashtra, and the progressive start of operations in other major sugar-producing states.
