Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh –
The National Cooperative Sugar Mills Ltd., New Delhi, has granted permission to increase the crushing capacity of Jind Mill from 1,750 TCD to 2,200 TCD per day. This development was highlighted during the inauguration of the 40th crushing season (2024-25) at The Jind Cooperative Sugar Mill by Haryana Cooperation Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma.
Commitment to Farmers' Welfare
Dr. Arvind Sharma highlighted Haryana's commitment to providing competitive cane prices and timely payments to farmers. He urged the management of Jind Sugar Mill to ensure payments are made within a week instead of the standard 15-day period, emphasizing that this would alleviate farmers' challenges. He said that the mill has consistently worked in the interests of sugarcane farmers and has won awards at both state and national levels. Additionally, the minister called for increased awareness among farmers about cultivating high-quality sugarcane varieties to improve sugar recovery rates and enhance productivity.
