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Agriculture
Gujarat Congress Demands Reversal of 25% Fertiliser Price Hike
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 02:50 AM
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The Gujarat unit of the Indian National Congress has called for the state government to roll back a recent 25% increase in fertiliser rates, citing concerns for farmers.
The Gujarat wing of the Indian National Congress has formally urged the state administration to cancel a 25% rise in fertiliser prices that was implemented earlier this year. Party officials argue that the hike places additional financial strain on the state's agrarian community, which is already grappling with volatile market conditions.
The price increase, announced by the Gujarat government, applies to key fertilisers used across the state's extensive farming sector. According to the party, the sudden escalation could erode farm profit margins and deter timely sowing, potentially affecting crop yields.
Congress leaders said they will pursue the matter through legislative channels and public outreach, seeking a prompt reversal of the hike. The state government has not yet issued a response to the demand, and the issue is expected to feature in upcoming discussions on agricultural policy in Gujarat.
The price increase, announced by the Gujarat government, applies to key fertilisers used across the state's extensive farming sector. According to the party, the sudden escalation could erode farm profit margins and deter timely sowing, potentially affecting crop yields.
Congress leaders said they will pursue the matter through legislative channels and public outreach, seeking a prompt reversal of the hike. The state government has not yet issued a response to the demand, and the issue is expected to feature in upcoming discussions on agricultural policy in Gujarat.