New Delhi, April 7 -- With Indian sugar struggling to remain competitive in global markets, sections of the industry are urging the government to cap exports at around 1 million tonnes and divert surplus production towards ethanol, aligning with the country's energy priorities. Low Global Parity Hits Sugar Exports The Indian Sugar and Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has approached the Prime Minister's Office, proposing a roadmap to scale blending levels to 22 percent, 25 percent and 27 percent. ISMA emphasised that accelerating ethanol blending is both an economic necessity to utilise existing capacity and a strategic move to enhance energy security. Industry sources indicate that restricting exports could help stabilise domes...