Govt steps up building fertiliser buffer, turns to ‘spot buying’ | India News – The Times of India

Govt steps up building fertiliser buffer, turns to ‘spot buying’ | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Despite having adequate stock of fertilisers for ensuing kharif season, govt has stepped up its efforts to build a buffer even for the winter crops and is trying unconventional methods like ‘spot buying’, which is resorted to for immediate operational needs during unexpected supply disruptions. Besides bringing forward the maintenance of fertiliser manufacturing…

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NHRC issues notice to chief secretaries and DGPs over shortage of fertilisers | India News – The Times of India

NHRC issues notice to chief secretaries and DGPs over shortage of fertilisers | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to chief secretaries and directors general of police (DGPs) of all states/UTs seeking an inquiry into allegations raised in a complaint that there is severe shortage of fertilisers in many states across the country, which is deeply impacting farmers, especially during the ongoing…

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