Uttar Pradesh Sugarcane Farmers to Receive Pending Payments Soon

Key Highlights:

• RC issued to Gola, Palia, and Khambharkheda mills.

• Daily review of the payment process is underway.

• 51 out of 122 mills cleared 100% of payments.

• Dues are to be recovered like land revenue.

• Sugarcane price set between ₹355–₹370 per quintal.

The Uttar Pradesh government is actively working to ensure that sugarcane farmers receive timely payments for their produce. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Sugarcane Development Department has intensified efforts to clear pending dues and hold negligent sugar mills accountable.

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Action Against Three Sugar Mills for Payment Delays

Following the instructions of the Principal Secretary of Sugar Industry and Sugarcane Development, Veena Kumari, recovery certificates (RC) have been issued against three sugar mills — Gola, Palia, and Khambharkheda. These mills have failed to make timely payments to farmers, prompting the Sugarcane Department to begin revenue recovery proceedings.

The Sugarcane Commissioner confirmed that the payment process is being monitored daily. Other sugar mills have also been warned that failure to pay farmers soon will result in similar punitive actions.

District Administration to Recover Dues

The Commissioner stated that with the issuance of recovery certificates, the district administrations now have the authority to recover dues in the same way as land revenue arrears. This step is expected to speed up the payment process and provide much-needed relief to farmers as they prepare for the next crop season.

Frequent review meetings and official notices have helped push the sugar mills to act faster, ensuring that the remaining payments are cleared without further delay.

Payment Progress So Far

Out of 122 operational sugar mills in Uttar Pradesh:

• 51 mills have completed 100% payment to farmers under the 2024–25 crushing season.

• 34 mills have made more than 84% of the payment.

• For the remaining mills, the district administration is recovering dues to ensure that sugarcane farmers are paid on time.

Key Measures Taken by the Government

• Recovery certificates are issued to mills failing to pay on time.

• Daily review of the payment process by the Sugarcane Department.

• The district administration has been given the authority to recover dues as land revenue arrears.

• 85 out of 122 mills have already paid more than 84% of their dues.

• Regular meetings, official notices, and warnings are issued to speed up the process.

• Strict action planned against mills delaying payments.

Sugarcane Prices in Uttar Pradesh (2024–25 Season)

The sugarcane price has been set based on the recovery rate and quality of the sugarcane. These rates ensure fair compensation for farmers based on the produce they deliver.

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CMV360 Says

The Uttar Pradesh government’s strong steps towards ensuring timely payments aim to support farmers and strengthen their preparation for the upcoming season. With daily monitoring, administrative support, and strict actions against defaulters, the sugarcane payment issue is being addressed with seriousness and urgency.