Bihar Minister Shrawan Kumar Draws Flak for Claiming Diabetes Makes Sugar Price Hike Irrelevant
On August 21, 2026, Bihar Rural Development Department Minister Shrawan Kumar sparked controversy with comments on rising sugar prices in India. He claimed that since everyone has diabetes, the price increase from ₹48-50 to ₹65-68 would not matter much. His remarks drew criticism from opposition parties and independent MPs like Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, who accused the government of insensitivity towards common people's concerns over rising sugar prices due to factors including ethanol blending programs and festive demand.
21 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Bihar Sugar Prices Rise to Over Rs 65 per kg
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Bihar's Rural Development Minister Shrawan Kumar's insensitive comments on rising sugar prices sparked criticism from opposition parties and independent MPs.
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