Rana refutes Congress allegations on DAP shortage

Haryana Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana today addressed concerns regarding the availability of DAP fertiliser in the state, assuring farmers that the supply remained adequate and uninterrupted.

Criticising opposition parties for “misleading statements”, Rana emphasised the government’s commitment to supporting farmers through timely fertiliser supplies and seamless procurement.

Refuting allegations by Congress leaders of DAP shortage, he said the state had 23,748 MT of fertiliser in stock, with an additional 9,519 MT expected to arrive by November 15.

In this regard, the minister also held a meeting with officers and issued directions to ensure that all farmers get DAP. "There is no shortage of DAP," he declared, adding that the BJP-led government was the only administration nationwide to procure 24 crops at MSP.

According to departmental records, Haryana’s DAP stock is well-aligned with demand, closely mirroring last year’s consumption levels.

In the previous rabi season, 2,29,086 MT of DAP was utilised. This year, by November 11, the state had received 1,86,658 MT, including an initial stock of 53,970 MT as of October 1.

He said apart from DAP, Haryana’s farmers also used a variety of fertilisers, including NPK (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium) and Single Super Phosphate (SSP).

Rana said 65,200 MT of NPK had been received this year, with 23,749 MT currently in stock across the state, ensuring that the farmers had access to multiple nutrient options.

He highlighted the Congress' track record, claiming that during its tenure, farmers struggled to sell their produce without adequate support from government agencies.

Rana said over 50 lakh MT of paddy had already been procured by state agencies. Dismissing the Congress' claims that paddy procurement was being neglected, he stated, “Not a single farmer has been left out; all produce is being bought at MSP.”