ENA Sectors 2025-09-02 18:32:17 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Sep 2 (KNN)</strong> The Indian government has lifted all restrictions on the production of ethanol from sugarcane juice, syrup, and molasses for the upcoming 2025 26 Ethanol Supply Year, beginning on November 1.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This move marks a significant step toward boosting renewable fuel production and supporting the countrys clean-energy transition.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Previously, ethanol production from sugarcane was capped due to concerns about lower yields and the need to ensure sufficient sugar availability for domestic consumption. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">However, back-to-back good monsoons have improved sugarcane output, giving policymakers confidence to allow unrestricted diversion of cane for ethanol manufacturing.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food &amp; Public Distribution stated that sugar availability will continue to be monitored throughout the year to maintain balance between ethanol production and consumer demand. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The decision aligns with Indias target of achieving 20% ethanol blending with petrol by 2025 26, a key part of its efforts to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, cut carbon emissions, and improve energy security.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Industry leaders welcomed the decision but also called for a review of ethanol procurement prices. A miller from Maharashtra noted that fair pricing is crucial for safeguarding farmers income, as they are bound by fixed cane prices. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Major sugar companies such as E.I.D.-Parry, Balrampur Chini Mills, Shree Renuka Sugars, Bajaj Hindusthan, and Dwarikesh Sugar have already expanded their ethanol production capacities in anticipation of higher demand.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The move is expected to benefit both the sugar industry and the energy sector, providing farmers with additional income avenues while helping India progress toward its renewable energy goals.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span></p> 43367 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/india-allows-unrestricted-ethanol-production-from-sugarcane-derivatives 2025-09-02 18:32:17 knnindia.co.in