Friday, September 11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for becoming atmanirbhar (self-reliant) in producing fertiliser through judicious use of crop nutrients by farmers and enhancing domestic production to cut imports.The prime minister expressed concern over the dependence on imports in the fertiliser sector, resulting in outgo of foreign exchange. Modi urged farmers to use fertilisers with care, which will not only protect soil health but also curtail the domestic requirements.Currently, India import urea as well as phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilisers to meet its domestic requirements.Addressing on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Modi said it's "unfortunate" that India is dependent on fertiliser imports from global markets.Farmers can also protect soil health through judicio
