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Centre extends mandatory jute packaging norms for foodgrains, sugar till January 31, 2027
Published: 28/10/26 03:56
New Delhi | India
New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The central government has extended the mandatory use of jute packaging materials for foodgrains and sugar until January 31, 2027, providing a further three-month extension to the existing arrangement aimed at supporting the country's jute industry.
The Ministry of Textiles amended the Jute Packaging Materials (Compulsory Use in Packing Commodities) Order, 2025, extending its validity beyond the earlier October 31, 2026 deadline.
According to the notification, the revised provisions will remain applicable "up to January 31, 2027 or until further orders, whichever is earlier".