The Department of Fertilisers has reaffirmed that India’s fertiliser security remains strong, stable, and well-managed, with availability consistently exceeding requirement across all major fertilisers. The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers said in a statement that recent claims of shortages are not supported by facts. It pointed out that data from both the recently concluded Rabi 2025-26 season and the current period indicate a comfortable and well-buffered supply position nationwide.
As per end-of-Rabi data from October 2025 to March 2026, fertiliser availability remained significantly higher than the requirement. Urea availability stood at 257.59 LMT against a requirement of 196.06 LMT, while DAP availability was 75.40 LMT against a requirement of 53.43 LMT.
The strong supply position continues in the current financial year as well. For the period from 1st April to 23rd April this year, availability remains substantially higher than requirement. Urea availability is 69.33 LMT against a requirement of 18.17 LMT, and DAP availability is 22.78 LMT against 5.90 LMT requirement. This clearly indicates a strong opening position for the upcoming Kharif season.
The government has also taken proactive steps on the global front. Indian Missions abroad are actively engaged in facilitating alternate sources of supply, complementing the Government’s efforts to diversify imports.
Approximately 25 LMT of urea has been secured through global tendering, strengthening supply for upcoming seasons despite international uncertainties. Issues relating to natural gas availability for domestic urea production have also been addressed. A steady supply is being maintained to fertiliser plants.
