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India's fertiliser security remains strong, with adequate stocks available to meet demand during the ongoing kharif sowing season, despite concerns over supply disruptions arising from tensions in West Asia.

New Delhi, India

Who
Aparna S. Sharma, Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers
What
India's fertiliser security remains strong, with adequate stocks available to meet demand during the ongoing kharif sowing season, despite concerns over supply disruptions arising from tensions in West Asia.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:07:57 GMT · 1h 53m ago
Where
New Delhi, India ·
Why
Concerns over supply disruptions from West Asia and a sharp decline in global urea prices prompted government assurances and a potential review of fertiliser subsidy burden.
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India's agricultural sector is secured against immediate fertiliser shortages, and the government may reduce its subsidy expenditure due to falling global urea prices. This could stabilize national finances and ensure farmers have access to necessary inputs for upcoming seasons.

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