- Distribution Target of NPK and SSP Fertilisers Increased by 4.62 Lakh Metric Tons
- Chief Minister Assures Farmers: No Cause for Concern
- Fertiliser Distribution Target Raised to 17.18 Lakh Metric Tonnes for the Current Kharif Season
Chhattisgarh Government Ensures Robust Alternative Arrangements to Address DAP Shortage
Distribution Target of NPK and SSP Fertilisers Increased by 4.62 Lakh Metric Tons
Chief Minister Assures Farmers: No Cause for Concern
Fertiliser Distribution Target Raised to 17.18 Lakh Metric Tonnes for the Current Kharif Season
Raipur, 03 July 2025/ In response to the ongoing shortfall in the import of DAP (Diammonium Phosphate) fertiliser across the country, Chhattisgarh Government has implemented a comprehensive alternative mechanism to address the supply disruption during the current Kharif season. Farmers need not worry about the scarcity of DAP, as the State Government is ensuring adequate availability of suitable alternatives—namely, NPK and SSP fertilisers—through cooperative societies.
To offset the reduced supply of DAP, the Government of Chhattisgarh has increased the distribution targets of NPK (20:20:013 and 12:32:13) by 3.10 lakh metric tons and SSP by 1.80 lakh metric tons. Along with the revised targets, effective arrangements have been made for the storage and timely distribution of these fertilisers. As a result of this strategic enhancement, the overall target for fertiliser distribution during the Kharif season has risen from 14.62 lakh metric tons to 17.18 lakh metric tons.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai has assured the farmers that there is no need for anxiety regarding the shortage of DAP fertiliser. Chhattisgarh Government has proactively secured a sufficient supply of alternative fertilisers such as NPK and SSP. As per the guidance of agricultural scientists from Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya and officials of the Agriculture Department, farmers can achieve optimal crop yields using these substitutes. Close monitoring is being carried out to ensure that the supply of fertilisers and seeds from societies meets the requirements of the farmers. Resolving farmers’ concerns remains a top priority for the Government.
It is noteworthy that the original fertiliser distribution target for Kharif 2025, as decided by Agriculture Department, was 14.62 lakh metric tons. This included 7.12 lakh metric tons of urea, 3.10 lakh metric tons of DAP, 1.80 lakh metric tons of NPK, 60,000 metric tons of MOP, and 2 lakh metric tons of SSP. In light of the reduced availability of DAP, the department has revised the targets. The DAP target has been brought down from 3.10 lakh metric tons to 1.03 lakh metric tons. In compensation, the NPK target has been raised from 1.80 lakh metric tons to 4.90 lakh metric tons, and the SSP target increased from 2 lakh metric tons to 3.53 lakh metric tons. The targets for urea and MOP remain unchanged. Consequently, the total fertiliser distribution target has now risen from 14.62 lakh metric tons to 17.18 lakh metric tons.
Agricultural experts have emphasised that the shortfall in DAP can be effectively addressed through the calibrated use of alternative fertilisers, without compromising crop productivity. Adequate levels of essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash are vital for optimal yield. Given the current scenario, farmers are being advised to use other phosphate-based fertilisers in place of DAP. Each DAP bag typically contains 23 kilograms of phosphorus and 9 kilograms of nitrogen. As an alternative, a combination of three bags of SSP and one bag of urea provides plants with sufficient phosphorus, calcium, nitrogen, and sulphur. SSP fertiliser supports plant growth and root development, enhancing both the quality and quantity of the harvest. Additionally, farmers are encouraged to use bio-fertilisers to further bridge the gap created by the limited availability of DAP.
According to information received from the Agriculture Department, a total of 12.13 lakh metric tons of fertilisers have been stocked in preparation for Kharif 2025 to ensure the availability of a variety of chemical fertilisers for farmers. Of this, 7.29 lakh metric tons have already been distributed. At present, 4.84 lakh metric tons of fertilisers are readily available for distribution through cooperative and private sectors across the State.