Sugar prices surge to Rs 75 per kg in Thanjavur, impacting businesses
26 Aug 2026Updated 20 days ago1 source
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Sugar prices in Thanjavur have surged from Rs 40-45 to Rs 70-75 per kg, with premium varieties reaching Rs 80, local traders reported. The price hike, attributed to lower production, festive demand, and hoarding, has significantly impacted households, tea stall owners, and sweet manufacturers, who have urged the government to intervene.
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What happened
Sugar prices in Thanjavur have risen sharply, moving from Rs 40-45 per kg to Rs 70-75 per kg. Jaggery and brown sugar prices have also experienced steep hikes of up to Rs 80 and Rs 70 per kg respectively.
Why it matters
The price surge directly increases operational costs for local tea stalls and sweet makers ahead of major festivals like Diwali. It also burdens the monthly budget of middle and lower-income families who depend on these daily essentials.
What we know
- Standard sugar is selling at Rs 70 to Rs 75 per kg in Thanjavur, while premium quality reaches Rs 80.
- Jaggery prices rose from Rs 55 to Rs 80 per kg.
- Brown sugar prices increased from Rs 55 to Rs 70 per kg.
- The price rise is attributed to lower national sugar production, climate impacts, festive demand, and potential hoarding.
What we don't know
- Whether the Tamil Nadu state government or the central government will step in to regulate retail prices immediately.
- The exact extent of illegal hoarding in the Thanjavur district.
What's next
Local traders and sweet manufacturers have urged state and central governments to launch inspections and curb hoarding before the festive season peak.
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