India’s sugar output is expected to rebound in SY2026, driven by improved crop quality. This progress results from a higher proportion of cane planting and adequate water availability. The OMCs have allocated around 1,048 crore litres of ethanol against 1,776 crore litres of offers submitted by manufacturers across the country for ESY 2025–26 (Cycle 1). OMCs had invited tenders for the supply of 1,050 crore litres of ethanol for ESY 2025–26.

Exhibit: Yearly trends in sugar production, consumption and closing stock