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M.P. Minister’s Remarks on Sugar Price Surge Draw Congress’ Ire

The all-India average sugar price rose to Rs 65.05 per kg as Congress leaders accused the BJP minister of mocking inflation concerns.

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Kailash Vijayvargiya made the remarks in a light conversation with the media in Indore, but ended up facing political backlash amid the recent surge in sugar prices ahead of the festive season

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Senior MP BJP leader and cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya argued that sugar should be "very expensive" and that sugar consumption should be completely banned for people over the age of 40. Following the minister's statement, state Congress president Jitu Patwari launched a scathing attack on the BJP and the state government.

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Times of India broke the news in India on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
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