NEW DELHI: The central government has significantly reduced the country’s dependence on fertiliser imports in the year that recently concluded. In 2025, nearly 73 per cent of the country’s total fertiliser requirement was met through domestic production, representing a significant milestone in achieving self-reliance, according to a statement from the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers.
The government said it continues to work tirelessly to empower farmers, promote self-reliance, and ensure a reliable and uninterrupted supply of fertilisers across the country. With a strong focus on fertiliser security and the timely availability of nutrients to farmers, the Government has prioritised long-term supply agreements for key raw materials and adopted a strategy of strategic diversification to safeguard against global uncertainties and supply disruptions.
Total domestic production of fertilisers, including Urea, DAP, NPKs, and SSP, increased from 433.29 lakh tonnes in 2021 to 467.87 lakh tonnes in 2022, then rose further to 507.93 lakh tonnes in 2023. The upward trend continued in 2024 with production reaching 509.57 lakh tonnes and further accelerated to an all-time high of 524.62 lakh tonnes in 2025.
This landmark achievement is a direct outcome of the Government’s proactive and effective policy initiatives aimed at strengthening the fertiliser sector and supporting the agricultural economy, the Ministry said.
