UREA PRODUCTION IN ASSAM
India's first port-based e-Methanol production facility to produce and supply green fuel to ships
A new Rs 2,300 crore e-methanol plant will be established in Kandla to produce green fuel. This plant is a partnership between Deendayal Port Authority and Assam Petro-Chemicals, aimed at enhancing cleaner shipping. The project is expected to create over 3,500 jobs and foster a green energy value chain in the region.
Parliamentary panel asks govt to consider reviving urea plants at Durgapur, Haldia, Korba to boost output
A parliamentary panel has urged the government to explore reviving urea plants, with an aim to boost domestic production and significantly reduce import dependency. The committee recommended examining the feasibility of Durgapur, Haldia and Korba units.
PM Modi lays foundation stone of Rs 10,601 crore fertiliser plant in Assam's Dibrugarh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has initiated a significant Rs 10,601 crore brownfield ammonia-urea plant in Dibrugarh, Assam. This facility, slated for commissioning in 2030, will produce 12.7 lakh metric tonnes of urea annually. The project aims to fulfill fertilizer needs of Assam and neighboring states, reduce imports, and boost regional employment and economic growth.
25 crore out of poverty, neo-middle class rising, says PM Modi in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that 25 crore people have exited poverty in the last 11 years. He inaugurated a new ammonia-urea plant in Assam, emphasizing farmer welfare. Modi stated that improved living standards have led to a neo-middle class. He highlighted government initiatives supporting farmers and promoting self-reliance in fertilizer production.
Double-engine government solving problems created by Congress in Assam: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his "double-engine government" was resolving long-pending problems created by the Congress in Assam, alleging years of neglect of Namrup's fertilizer units. Highlighting BJP-led reforms, he said urea production increased from 225 lakh metric tonnes in 2014 to around 306 lakh metric tonnes nationwide.
PM Modi to unveil Rs 10,600-crore fertiliser plant in Assam on Sunday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a major fertiliser plant in Dibrugarh, Assam. This Rs 10,600 crore project will boost fertiliser production for the Northeast region. It aims to reduce import dependence and create jobs. The plant is a significant step towards industrial revival and farmer welfare in Assam and neighbouring states.
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Assam cabinet approves land for Ammonia-Urea project
Assam cabinet approved land for an Ammonia-Urea Project, with PM Modi laying the foundation stone on December 21. The state also declared two beels as Proposed Reserved Forests and transferred land for a CRPF Group Centre. PM Modi will visit the Assam BJP headquarters on December 20 and inaugurate several projects, including a new airport terminal and a statue.
Assam Cabinet clears key land allotments for Ammonia-Urea project ahead of PM Modi’s two-day state visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Assam starting December 20. The Assam cabinet approved land for an Ammonia-Urea Project. Wetlands in Goalpara district will become Proposed Reserved Forests. Land is also transferred for a CRPF centre. Modi will address BJP workers and inaugurate new projects. He will also interact with students.
BVFCL Namrup unit catches fire, triggers panic in upper Assam
A fire broke out at a Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation (BVFCL) unit in Namrup, Assam, causing panic just days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to lay the foundation for a new fertilizer project. No human casualties were reported, but damage assessment is ongoing. The incident raises safety concerns as the fire occurred near the Prime Minister's event site.
After Chinese export restrictions, fertiliser firms eye Russian soil for urea security
Indian fertilizer firms are set to establish a urea plant in Russia. This venture aims to secure essential raw materials like ammonia and natural gas. It will also help India mitigate risks from fluctuating global fertilizer prices. Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilisers, National Fertilisers Ltd, and Indian Potash Ltd are involved.
Union Cabinet approves Rs 10,601 crore for Namrup IV Fertilizer plant in Assam
The Union Cabinet has approved Rs 10,601 Crore for the new Namrup IV Fertilizer Plant in Assam, which will enhance fertilizer security and boost industrial growth in the Northeast. The project aims to address the region's rising fertilizer demand and create direct and indirect employment opportunities.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,601 cr Assam's Namrup fertiliser plant proposed in Union Budget
The Union Cabinet, led by PM Modi, has approved the establishment of a new brownfield ammonia-urea plant in Namrup, Assam, costing Rs 10,601.40 crore. The project, proposed by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, aims to boost domestic urea production. Additionally, NFL will participate in the project, which will benefit northeast states and create job opportunities.
Rs 5,915-Cr allocation for Ministry of DoNER
The Union Budget 2025-26 allocates Rs 5,915 crore for the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, a 47% hike from the previous year. Budget initiatives include enhanced regional connectivity, focus on smaller airports, boost in urea production, and support for MSMEs and tourism.
2025 Budget: FM Sitharaman proposes Makhana Board to boost Bihar’s economy
2025 Budget: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in the Budget 2025-26, announced the establishment of a Makhana Board in Bihar to support farmers and enhance production. She also proposed a National Institute of Food Technology in Bihar to boost entrepreneurship and food processing. A new urea plant will be set up in Assam to ensure steady fertiliser availability. The budget prioritises economic growth, structural reforms, and inclusive development, with a focus on the poor, youth, farmers, and women.
Assam Cabinet approves revitalization of BVFCL
The Assam Cabinet approved a ₹1,272 crore investment in BVFCL's Namrup-IV unit, boosting urea production. Loans to state power companies will be converted to equity, aligning with IGAS-4. Land allotment processes were eased for institutions under Mission Basundhara 3.0, and land acquisition for a new judicial township in Rangmahal was approved.
Budget needs to think about farmers to help India get to developed economy goal
Budget Expectations for agriculture: The share of agriculture in India's economy has declined to less than 15%, yet it remains crucial due to rural dependence and food security. Budget measures aim to improve productivity through fertilizer subsidy allocation, crop diversification, expedited crop loss claims, fair prices for farmers, boosting pulse production, R&D, labor challenges, and focusing on low-yield Eastern states.
CCEA approves grant-in-aid of Rs 100 crore to Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited
BVFCL, Namrup is a Public Sector Undertaking formed as per Companies Act, under the administrative control of the Department of Fertilizers (DoF), Government of India. At present, the Company is operating its two vintage plants viz. Namrup-ll and Namrup-lll in the premises of BVFCL in Namrup, Assam.
New ammonia-urea plant at Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited is awaiting Cabinet nod: Patowary
The Minister held a meeting with CMD, BVFCL and a team of officials on the functioning of the running units. Minister Patowary assured full support of the Government of Assam for the proposed brownfield Unit IV ammonia-urea production unit. He added that the Assam Government has already taken up the matter with the Government of India for bringing Unit IV into reality at the earliest.
Adani Group mulling to bid for Sindri urea plant in Jharkhand
Adani Enterprises is mulling to bid for the now-shut Sindri urea plant in Jharkhand as the USD 9.4 billion group plans to foray into the fertiliser sector.
India to become self-reliant in urea in 4 yrs: Ananth Kumar, Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilisers
Ananth also said the government has decided to add 200 million tonnes of steel production in the next 10 years to the current output of 100 million tonnes.
Cabinet approves ammonia-urea complex with investment of Rs 4,500 crore
The project, which entails an investment of about Rs 4,500 crore, will be executed by a joint venture company in the public private partnership mode.
India to add 10 million tonnes urea capacity; invest Rs 60K crore: Government
India is set to become an exporting nation in the next 5 years with an addition of 10 MT in fertiliser production capacity at an estimated investment of Rs 60,000 crore, Fertiliser Minister Ananth Kumar said.
Urea availability higher than requirement in January
Urea, one of the most widely used solid nitrogen fertilizers, is used to boost output of various crops in the country.
Approved proposals for Rs 10,000 crore investment in 100 days: Ananth Kumar
The minister added that Fertilizer Ministry has already held two rounds of meetings with the Petroleum Ministry on the issue of Jagdishpur-Haldia gas pipeline.
Government plans new urea plant in Assam with outlay of Rs 4,400 crore
VFCL plans to set up a urea-ammonia plant with capacity of 8.64 lakh tonnes p.a. in Assam in partnership with Oil India Ltd with outlay of Rs 4,400 cr.
Brahmaputra Valley plans Rs 3,600 crore expansion, JV partner needed
Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation plans to set up a brown-field urea plant in Assam at an investment of Rs 3,600 crore.
Shortage of Urea hits tea growers
The tea industry in Assam is facing a shortage of fertilisers, especially urea, which is abetting blackmarketing in the state.
States SOS Centre as nation faces 3 mt urea shortfall
Imports won't come cheap as global prices have surged $100/T to $360/T in a year.
OIL evinces interest to take up equity in BVFCL's new plant
Oil and gas producer Oil India Ltd (OIL) has evinced interest in picking up an equity stake in Brahmaputra Valley Fertiliser Corporation's proposed urea ammonia complex at Namrup in Assam.
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