India has signed a new agreement to export 5,000 tonnes of fertilizers each year to Bhutan. This deal will last for five years, from 2025 to 2030. The Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL) will supply the fertilizers. Bhutan’s National Seed Centre (NSC) will be the official partner receiving these products.
The agreement includes several types of fertilizers such as Urea, Suphala, Single Super Phosphate (SSP), Muriate of Potash (MOP), and Borax. These are important for healthy crops and good harvests. India and Bhutan signed the pact in Siliguri, with officials from both countries attending the ceremony.
This partnership aims to help Bhutan’s farmers grow more food and boost food security in the country. It shows strong friendship between India and Bhutan. Both countries hope this cooperation will support agriculture and help farmers earn better.
🌱 Urea Shortage in Telangana Needs Urgent Action
While India is helping Bhutan, some states are facing fertilizer problems at home. Former Agriculture Minister Singireddy Niranjan Reddy has asked the government to act quickly on a severe shortage of urea in Jogulamba Gadwal district in Telangana. Out of the 15,000 tonnes meant for farmers this season, almost all is gone, but there is still high demand. Farmers need at least 10,000 more tonnes soon.
Many farmers are standing in long queues to buy urea. If they do not get it soon, their crops could be damaged. Because of the shortage, some people are selling urea at very high prices. A bag of urea that should cost ₹266.5 is selling for up to ₹400. Farmers worry that if they do not get enough fertilizer, their harvest could drop by up to 15%.
💧 Jurala Project Repairs and Political Demands
Niranjan Reddy is also asking for urgent repairs at the Jurala irrigation project. He says technical problems at the dam could lead to flooding. Although proposals were made two months ago, the government has not approved funds yet. He warns that this delay could hurt farmers and their crops.
The former minister has criticized both central and state leaders for not planning well for farmers. He said if things do not improve soon, farmers and supporters might protest.
India’s new export agreement with Bhutan is good news for regional ties. But the country must also make sure that local farmers have enough fertilizer so they can grow crops successfully and safely.