Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers

April 13, 2026 5:46 PM

India Pharma 2026 highlights policy push, innovation drive to boost sector growth

The 9th edition of India Pharma 2026, a flagship event of the Department of Pharmaceuticals under the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, commenced in New Delhi on Monday, bringing together global stakeholders to chart the future of India’s pharmaceutical sector with a strong emphasis on innovation, self-reliance and global leadership. The two-day conference, organised in collaboration with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance, is focu...

April 5, 2026 11:43 AM

AI set to transform drug discovery and regulation: Department of Pharmaceuticals

The Department of Pharmaceuticals under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers on Saturday highlighted the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the pharmaceutical sector during a webinar organised as part of Sādhana Saptah 2026. The session, titled “AI and Emerging Technologies in Pharmaceuticals and Regulations,” focused on how AI is reshaping the entire drug development lifecycle - from early-stage research to regulatory approval and post-market surveillance. Addres...

March 27, 2026 4:47 PM

Geopolitical risks addressed as India secures long-term fertilizer supplies

The Centre is strengthening fertilizer security by securing long-term supplies of key raw materials while promoting sustainable agricultural practices to reduce excessive urea consumption, Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. Strategic Agreements to Mitigate Geopolitical Risks Amid global uncertainties, India continues to rely heavily on imports for critical fertilizer inputs such as rock phosphate, sulphur, ammonia, and natural gas. To address potential supply ...

March 20, 2026 4:38 PM

Fertilizer imports rise to meet demand; government ensures adequate supply across country

The Centre on Friday said it has ensured adequate and timely availability of fertilizers across the country by ramping up imports to bridge the gap between domestic production and rising demand. The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers said that fertilizer requirements are assessed by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare in consultation with states, taking into account factors such as gross cropped area, irrigation coverage, past consumption trends, and crop-wise nutrient requirem...

March 20, 2026 12:13 PM

Government boosts fertilizer availability ahead of Kharif 2026; urea output rises 23%

The Centre has ramped up efforts to ensure adequate fertilizer availability for the upcoming Kharif 2026 season, increasing domestic urea production by 23 per cent and strengthening imports amid global supply uncertainties linked to developments in West Asia. According to the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, the Department of Fertilizers has adopted a multi-pronged strategy combining higher domestic output with diversified global procurement to shield farmers from supply chain disruptions...

March 10, 2026 5:51 PM

India secures 86 lakh tonnes of fertilizer through global agreements; domestic P&K production rises to 211 LMT

The Centre has secured over 86 lakh tonnes of fertilizers through long-term international agreements while significantly increasing domestic production of phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilizers, Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers Jagat Prakash Nadda informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday. In a written reply, Nadda said the availability of key fertilizers such as urea and di-ammonium phosphate (DAP) remained adequate across states during the Kharif 2025 season, including in Madhya ...

February 6, 2026 5:56 PM

India records highest-ever monthly P&K fertilizer output at 15.76 LMT in January

India has achieved a major milestone in fertilizer self-reliance, with domestic production of phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilizers touching a record 15.76 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) in January 2026, the highest monthly output ever recorded, according to the Department of Fertilizers. The production surge includes key fertilizers such as Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) and NPKs, and reflects the impact of sustained policy reforms and targeted government support aimed at strengthening domestic...

January 2, 2026 10:16 AM

Government launches fully digital fertilizer subsidy claim system

In a reform aligned with the vision of Digital India and the goal of achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047, the Department of Fertilizers has launched a fully digital and integrated fertiliser subsidy claim process. Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers Jagat Prakash Nadda inaugurated the new e-Bill system at Kartavya Bhawan in New Delhi, marking a major step towards technology-driven governance and financial transparency. The new digital platform will enable ...

March 26, 2025 12:18 PM

Over 15,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras opened nationwide under Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana

The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) has seen significant growth, with a total of 15,057 Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) opened across the country as of February 28, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers on Tuesday. These Jan Aushadhi Kendras, spread across various States and Union Territories, aim to provide affordable generic medicines to the public. The initiative is designed to ensure that essential medicines are available at signif...