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​"It's kind of make or break if it doesn't happen in the next few weeks. If we don't have something substantial by the end of October, early November, it means that we need to wait for the next wave of discussion. I think it's gone for a while because the election period is never good for any FTA," said Jean-Etienne Gourgues, the chairman and chief executive of Chivas Brothers, which sells Royal Salute, Glenlivet and Ballantine's.

Chivas Brothers, a leading Scotch whiskey manufacturer, reported a 27% increase in sales in the Indian market in FY23, driven by new Scotch audiences and the premiumization of the market. India emerged as one of the top growing markets for the company, with brands like Glenlivet experiencing strong growth.