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Agriculture
Rajasthan Tightens Inspection to Stop Diversion of Subsidised Fertilisers
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 04:01 AM
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The Rajasthan government has launched stricter checks to prevent the diversion of subsidised fertilisers and ensure they reach eligible farmers.
The state administration in Rajasthan announced today that it is intensifying monitoring of subsidised fertiliser distribution. Officials say the move aims to curb any illegal diversion of the inputs that are meant for small and marginal farmers.
Under the new directive, agricultural officers will conduct surprise field inspections and verify purchase records at depots and retail outlets. Coordination with local law‑enforcement agencies will be strengthened to track any irregularities.
The government expects that tighter oversight will protect the subsidy budget, improve crop yields, and prevent market distortions caused by unauthorised resale. Authorities have urged farmers to report any suspicious activity.
If successful, the initiative could serve as a model for other states grappling with similar challenges in agricultural subsidy management.
Under the new directive, agricultural officers will conduct surprise field inspections and verify purchase records at depots and retail outlets. Coordination with local law‑enforcement agencies will be strengthened to track any irregularities.
The government expects that tighter oversight will protect the subsidy budget, improve crop yields, and prevent market distortions caused by unauthorised resale. Authorities have urged farmers to report any suspicious activity.
If successful, the initiative could serve as a model for other states grappling with similar challenges in agricultural subsidy management.