Goa’s sugarcane farmers have reason to be hopeful, with the state government stepping up efforts to revive the Sanjivani Sugar Factory. As part of the initiative, the government has partnered with a company based in Sangli, Maharashtra, to work towards restarting the long-defunct sugar mill.

On Wednesday, Agriculture Department officials held a meeting with sugarcane farmers to discuss the proposed revival of the factory and the steps being considered to resume its operations.

The development has raised hopes among farmers who have faced uncertainty following the factory’s closure. The revival of Sanjivani Sugar Factory could provide renewed support to the state’s sugarcane cultivation sector and offer farmers a more dependable avenue for processing their produce.

The government’s partnership with the Sangli-based company marks a significant step in its efforts to bring the factory back into operation. However, farmers will be looking for clarity on the implementation timeline, operational arrangements and the long-term benefits of the proposed revival.

For Goa’s sugarcane growers, the renewed push to restart Sanjivani Sugar Factory brings fresh hope that the state’s sugar industry could regain momentum.