iGrain India - The Indian sugar industry has maintained continuity in its growth and development, particularly in the areas of sugarcane cultivation and sugar production.
This is evident from India's active participation in international forums, such as the 33rd International Seminar of the International Sugar Organization (ISO), where representatives from the Indian Sugar and Bio Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) highlighted India's achievements.
A key focus of the seminar, held in London, was on sustainable solutions for the sugar and energy sectors. The Union Food Secretary shared important insights on the strategies India is employing to ensure the sector’s future sustainability,
while the Vice President of ISMA showcased India’s progress in the sugar and bioenergy industries. India's involvement in these discussions underscores its commitment to advancing both sugar production and bioenergy solutions, particularly biofuels like ethanol.
India’s sugarcane cultivation area, which spans 57.10 lakh hectares, positions the country as a global leader in sustainable sugar and energy production.
The Indian government and the sugar industry continue to focus on improving the carbon linkage mechanism to help biofuel producers, particularly in the context of the growing ethanol supply.
This aligns with India's efforts to achieve a 20 percent ethanol blending target in petrol, a significant step toward reducing the country’s dependence on fossil fuels and contributing to environmental protection.
In summary, the Indian sugar industry is not only committed to producing sugar efficiently but is also integrating biofuels into its strategy to address global energy and environmental challenges.
Through ongoing efforts to improve sustainability, India aims to remain a major player in the global sugar and bioenergy sectors.