Sugar prices surged up to 50% in India amid opposition claims of hoarding and government monitoring of the situation.

Kolkata, Aug 21 (PTI) Retail sugar prices have shot up to Rs 70 per kg in Kolkata markets ahead of the festive season, traders said on Friday. Prices have surged by Rs 20 a kg in…

Sugar prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, increasing from ₹48.18 per kg on July 20, 2026, to ₹55.70 per kg on August 20. | India News

Sugar prices rose from ₹48.18 per kg on July 20 to ₹55.70 per kg on August 20, but the government said the increase was not due to diversion of sugar for ethanol production.

Resale sugar prices in India drop ₹400-500 per quintal, while retail prices reach a record high of ₹58.15/kg.

India's sugar tender rates fall ₹500, yet retail prices rise to ₹60.26/kg amid concerns over speculative price increases.

Indian retail and mill gate sugar prices drop over 10% after government measures, ending a two-month price rally.