India's Sugar Export Ban Sparks Concern in Nepal Amidst Sufficient Stock

Biratnagar. India's decision to ban sugar exports until September 30, 2026, has raised concerns in Nepal about a potential sugar shortage. Although the ministry and sugar producers' association are trying to reassure the public about sufficient stock, industrialists and traders are worried.

They state that if India's ban is extended, industries heavily reliant on sugar, such as juice, biscuit, and chocolate manufacturers, could face a crisis, as Nepal's domestic production alone cannot meet market and industrial demand.