(a) whether the Government`s decision to export sugar has been opposed at various levels
including the Empowered Group of Ministers;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons for allowing exports in the face of such
opposition; and
(c) the action plan formulated to ensure availability and control, the price of sugar
particularly, during the ensuing festival season?
MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) FOR CONSUMER AFFAIRS, FOOD & PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION (PROF. K.V. THOMAS)
(a): No, Madam.
(b): Does not arise.
(c): There is sufficient stock of sugar available in the country to meet the requirement
during the ensuing festival season. Care is being taken to make adequate release to ensure
availability of sugar at reasonable prices during this period.