- Projected Urea requirement for Kharif 2025 was 185.39 LMT; availability ensured was 230.53 LMT.
- Farmers used 4.08 LMT more Urea in Kharif 2025 compared to Kharif 2024.
- India imported 58.62 LMT Urea from April–October 2025, up from 24.76 LMT in the same period last year.
- Urea buffer stock increased from 48.64 LMT on October 1 to 68.85 LMT on October 31, 2025.
- Domestic Urea production in October 2025 was 26.88 LMT, an increase of 1.05 LMT over October 2024.
- 17.5 LMT Urea imports are lined up for November–December 2025.
- New Urea plants underway at Namrup (Assam) and Talcher (Odisha), each with 12.7 LMT annual capacity.
- States adopt innovative tools to prevent diversion and ensure fair distribution of subsidised Urea.
Timely Planning Ensures Smooth Urea Supply
The Department of Fertilizers has put in place a robust supply system for Urea during Kharif 2025. Thanks to precise coordination with key stakeholders, including Indian Railways, port authorities, state governments, and fertilizer manufacturers, the availability of this essential input surpassed expectations.
While the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare estimated a requirement of 185.39 lakh metric tons (LMT), the Department of Fertilizers ensured a supply of 230.53 LMT during the season—well above the reported sales of 193.20 LMT. This surplus signifies a reliable national supply, meeting farmers’ needs without disruptions.
Imports and Production Create a Strong Buffer
Rising demand prompted a sustained import strategy. From April to October 2025, the country imported 58.62 LMT of agricultural-grade Urea—more than double the imports from the same period in 2024. This decisive move not only covered Kharif demand but also strengthened the buffer stock for the Rabi season, which grew from 48.64 LMT to 68.85 LMT between early and late October.
Domestic production has also seen progress. In October 2025, India produced 26.88 LMT of Urea, a year-on-year increase of over 1 LMT. The monthly average output for April through October stood close to 25 LMT.
Boosting Self-Reliance in Fertilizers
The government is prioritising self-sufficiency in Urea production. Two new plants, located in Namrup (Assam) and Talcher (Odisha), are under construction, each offering an annual capacity of 12.7 LMT. Once operational, these plants are expected to significantly reduce import dependency and support Atmanirbharta in fertilizer production.
Proposals for additional Urea units are also being assessed and may soon contribute to bolstering domestic output.
Streamlined Distribution and Vigilance
State Agriculture Departments, with guidance from the Centre, have implemented tools to monitor Urea distribution and curb malpractices like hoarding, black marketing, and excessive use. These measures, coupled with active coordination, ensure that Urea reaches farmers on time and in the right quantities.
From improved logistics to increased production and active monitoring, every effort continues to be made to support farmers with uninterrupted access to Urea—an essential input for India’s agricultural prosperity.