Sat Nov 22 15:23:59 UTC 2025: Summary:

The Industries Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu has announced the formation of a high-level committee to address the declining sugarcane cultivation area in the state. The committee, led by the Special Chief Secretary of the IT and Industries Department, will study the challenges faced by sugarcane farmers, analyze incentives in other states, and review the possibility of continuing drip-irrigation subsidies. The minister also promised to convey the farmers’ request for a ₹500 per quintal bonus, similar to that given for fine paddy, to the Chief Minister.

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Sugarcane Farmers Get a Boost: High-Level Committee Formed to Address Declining Cultivation

Hyderabad, India – November 22, 2025 – In a move aimed at revitalizing the sugarcane industry, Industries Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu announced today the formation of a high-level committee dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by sugarcane farmers in the state. This announcement follows a high-level review meeting held with farmers, industry representatives, and Sugarcane Development Council chairpersons.

The Minister expressed serious concern over the consistent decline in sugarcane cultivation acreage in recent years. The newly formed committee, to be headed by the Special Chief Secretary of the IT and Industries Department, will conduct a thorough study, including a comparative analysis of benefits and subsidies offered to sugarcane farmers in other states. The committee is tasked with delivering comprehensive recommendations at the earliest possible date.

Specifically, the committee will review the request to maintain drip-irrigation subsidies, which officials believe could significantly increase sugarcane yields by 8-9 tonnes per acre.

Furthermore, Minister Babu assured the gathered stakeholders that he would advocate to the Chief Minister for the extension of the ₹500 per quintal bonus currently provided for fine paddy, to sugarcane farmers as well.

The decision is seen as a positive step towards securing the future of sugarcane cultivation in the state and improving the livelihoods of those involved in the industry.

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