Government announces two new urea plants, 2.5 million‑ton capacity, to begin production soon

The government disclosed plans for two new urea manufacturing plants. Combined, the facilities will have a capacity of 2.5 million tonnes. Officials said production is expected to commence shortly. The expansion aims to boost domestic fertilizer supply. Increased output could reduce reliance on imports. The projects are part of broader agricultural policy initiatives. No exact commissioning dates were provided in the announcement. Stakeholders will monitor the impact on market prices and availability.