The Indian maize market continues to trade on a firm note, supported by lower arrivals, robust demand from the ethanol, poultry, and starch industries, and the slow progress of the monsoon in several key producing states. Limited availability and aggressive industrial procurement have kept prices elevated across major markets. In Maharashtra, active buying by poultry integrators and premium feed manufacturers has pushed maize prices in Sangli to ₹2,525–2,660 per quintal. Premium maize in Kolhapur is trading at ₹2,690 per quintal, while prices stand at ₹2,575 in Mudkha and ₹2,550 per quintal at Baramati Agro. In Madhya Pradesh, strong demand from the starch industry continues to support the market. Tripati Starch, Indore, has increased its procurement price by ₹105 to ₹2,425 per quintal. Meanwhile, Zircon Agar Malwa is purchasing maize at ₹2,355 per quintal, while buyers in Chhindwara are offering between ₹2,350 and ₹2,420 per quintal. In Uttar Pradesh, supply remains constrained, with farmers estimated to hold only around 10% of their stocks and traders approximately 25%. Reflecting the tight availability, Reafco in Sitapur has raised its procurement price by ₹150 to ₹2,300 per quintal. Among other key markets, maize prices in Purnea, Bihar, are ruling between ₹2,200 and ₹2,280 per quintal, while hybrid maize in Dahod, Gujarat, is trading at around ₹2,450 per quintal. The domestic market is also drawing support from global developments. Rising maize consumption for ethanol production in Brazil and weaker-than-expected USDA data have contributed to volatility in international markets. However, Indias strong industrial demand and limited domestic supplies have helped maintain a bullish price trend. According to market analysts, if the monsoon fails to improve significantly in the coming weeks and industrial buying continues at the current pace, maize prices could gain another ₹75–100 per quintal during August and September. On the other hand, widespread and timely rainfall, along with improved prospects for the new crop, could trigger some profit booking at higher price levels. Conclusion The overall outlook for the Indian maize market remains positive. Tight supplies, sustained demand from the ethanol, poultry, and starch sectors, and weather-related uncertainties are expected to keep prices well supported in the near term, although rainfall and new crop developments will remain the key factors to watch.