Chandigarh, May 5: The Union Cabinet has approved an increase in the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane, setting it at Rs 365 per quintal for the 2026-27 crop year. Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnav stated that the adjustment is designed to support millions of cultivators by aligning compensation with rising agricultural input costs.
The policy shift shows a commitment to improving the economic standing of farmers while strengthening the nation’s broader agricultural infrastructure. In addition to the price hike, the Centre issued a directive to sugar mills to ensure payments are processed without delay. Local officials have also been instructed to oversee procurement centers to maintain order and efficiency during the buying season.
“This step of the government has been taken in the interest of crores of sugarcane farmers,” Vaishnav affirmed during the announcement. He noted that the decision ensures farmers receive a fair return for their labor and reflects a strategic effort to protect domestic food security. The government maintained that these measures are essential for preserving the stability of the sugar sector and the welfare of rural communities.
