The Indian Sugar & Bio-energy Manufacturers Association has revised its 2024-2025 sugar production estimate to 264 lakh tonnes, down from 272.5 lakh tonnes due to diversion of 35 lakh tonnes for ethanol. As of March 10, India's total sugar production reached 233.1 lakh tonnes, with UP and Maharashtra leading the output. Cane payments accelerated, with 80% completed for current season.