{"id":43931,"date":"2025-12-25T18:00:31","date_gmt":"2025-12-25T12:30:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=43931"},"modified":"2025-12-25T18:00:33","modified_gmt":"2025-12-25T12:30:33","slug":"namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/","title":{"rendered":"Namrup Fertiliser Plant Assam \u20b910,601 Crore Launch \u2014 Boost to Agriculture &amp; Economy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Namrup_fertiliser_plant_Assam_%E2%82%B910601_crore_launched_by_PM_Modi_to_enhance_urea_production_reduce_import_dependency_and_support_farmers_in_northeastern_and_eastern_India\" >Namrup fertiliser plant Assam \u20b910,601 crore launched by PM Modi to enhance urea production, reduce import dependency, and support farmers in northeastern and eastern India.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#PM_Modi_Launches_%E2%82%B910601_Crore_Fertiliser_Plant_in_Assams_Dibrugarh_%E2%80%94_A_Major_Boost_to_Agriculture_Industry\" >PM Modi Launches \u20b910,601 Crore Fertiliser Plant in Assam\u2019s Dibrugarh \u2014 A Major Boost to Agriculture &amp; Industry<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Strategic_Importance_of_the_Project\" >Strategic Importance of the Project<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Economic_Developmental_Impact\" >Economic &amp; Developmental Impact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Governments_Vision_Policy_Alignment\" >Government\u2019s Vision &amp; Policy Alignment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Modern_Energy-Efficient_Infrastructure\" >Modern &amp; Energy-Efficient Infrastructure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >Why This News Is Important for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Relevance_to_Agriculture_Economy\" >Relevance to Agriculture &amp; Economy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Regional_Development_Industrial_Growth\" >Regional Development &amp; Industrial Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Policy_Implementation_Insight\" >Policy Implementation Insight<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Historical_Context_Fertiliser_Industry_Assams_Development\" >Historical Context: Fertiliser Industry &amp; Assam\u2019s Development<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Evolution_of_Fertiliser_Production_in_India\" >Evolution of Fertiliser Production in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Namrups_Role_in_Indias_Fertiliser_Landscape\" >Namrup\u2019s Role in India\u2019s Fertiliser Landscape<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Government_Initiatives_Policy_Support\" >Government Initiatives &amp; Policy Support<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%82%B910601_Crore_Fertiliser_Plant_Launch\" >Key Takeaways from \u20b910,601 Crore Fertiliser Plant Launch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#1_What_is_the_total_investment_in_the_Namrup_fertiliser_plant\" >1. What is the total investment in the Namrup fertiliser plant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#2_Who_laid_the_foundation_stone_of_the_plant\" >2. Who laid the foundation stone of the plant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#3_What_is_the_production_capacity_of_the_new_plant\" >3. What is the production capacity of the new plant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#4_When_is_the_plant_expected_to_be_commissioned\" >4. When is the plant expected to be commissioned?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#5_Which_states_will_benefit_from_this_plant\" >5. Which states will benefit from this plant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#6_Which_companies_are_involved_in_this_project\" >6. Which companies are involved in this project?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#7_Why_is_this_plant_important_for_India\" >7. Why is this plant important for India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/assam\/namrup-fertiliser-plant-assam\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Namrup_fertiliser_plant_Assam_%E2%82%B910601_crore_launched_by_PM_Modi_to_enhance_urea_production_reduce_import_dependency_and_support_farmers_in_northeastern_and_eastern_India\"><\/span>Namrup fertiliser plant Assam \u20b910,601 crore launched by PM Modi to enhance urea production, reduce import dependency, and support farmers in northeastern and eastern India.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_Modi_Launches_%E2%82%B910601_Crore_Fertiliser_Plant_in_Assams_Dibrugarh_%E2%80%94_A_Major_Boost_to_Agriculture_Industry\"><\/span><strong>PM Modi Launches \u20b910,601 Crore Fertiliser Plant in Assam\u2019s Dibrugarh \u2014 A Major Boost to Agriculture &amp; Industry<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>December 21, 2025<\/strong>, <strong>Prime Minister Narendra Modi<\/strong> laid the foundation stone of a <strong>\u20b910,601 crore ammonia-urea fertiliser plant<\/strong> at <strong>Namrup in Dibrugarh district of Assam<\/strong>. This large-scale project is being executed under the Assam Valley Fertiliser and Chemical Company Ltd (AVFCCL) within the existing premises of the Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Importance_of_the_Project\"><\/span><strong>Strategic Importance of the Project<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This fertiliser plant is designed as a <strong>brownfield Ammonia-Urea complex<\/strong> with a <strong>production capacity of 12.7 lakh metric tonnes of urea per year<\/strong>, aiming to strengthen India\u2019s fertiliser infrastructure \u2015 particularly in the <strong>Northeast and eastern India<\/strong>. Once commissioned (expected by <strong>2030<\/strong>), it will supply essential nutrients to states such as <strong>Assam, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and eastern Uttar Pradesh<\/strong>, reducing dependence on imports and ensuring steady availability for farmers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Developmental_Impact\"><\/span><strong>Economic &amp; Developmental Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With an investment of over <strong>\u20b910,600 crore<\/strong>, the plant is expected to play a significant role in enhancing <strong>regional economic development<\/strong>. It will not only create <strong>direct and indirect employment opportunities<\/strong> but also support local businesses engaged in ancillary supply, logistics, and services related to fertiliser production and distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Governments_Vision_Policy_Alignment\"><\/span><strong>Government\u2019s Vision &amp; Policy Alignment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The project aligns with the government\u2019s broader goals of promoting <strong>self-reliance in agricultural inputs<\/strong>, ensuring <strong>food security<\/strong>, and supporting farmers by reducing logistic costs and strengthening supply chains. Speaking at the event, the Prime Minister emphasized that this initiative marks the beginning of \u201ca new chapter of industrial progress\u201d in Assam and the entire North East, reflecting the synergy between industrial growth and agricultural welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Modern_Energy-Efficient_Infrastructure\"><\/span><strong>Modern &amp; Energy-Efficient Infrastructure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Built under a <strong>joint venture (JV)<\/strong> model with a <strong>70:30 debt-equity ratio<\/strong>, the plant brings together investment and expertise from central and state entities, including National Fertilizers Ltd (NFL), Oil India Limited, Hindustan Urvarak &amp; Rasayan Ltd (HURL), along with BVFCL and the <strong>Government of Assam<\/strong> holding equity shares. The infrastructure will be \u201cenergy efficient,\u201d ensuring lower operational costs once the facility becomes fully functional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Namrup-fertiliser-plant-Assam\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Namrup fertiliser plant Assam\" title=\"Namrup fertiliser plant Assam\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Namrup fertiliser plant Assam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Government Exam Aspirants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Agriculture_Economy\"><\/span><strong>Relevance to Agriculture &amp; Economy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This announcement is crucial for students preparing for <strong>UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, and State PSC exams<\/strong> because it reflects the government\u2019s <strong>policy priority towards agricultural infrastructure and self-sufficiency<\/strong>. The project will contribute significantly to reducing <strong>fertiliser import dependency<\/strong>, increasing domestic production, and ensuring steady supply for India\u2019s farmers \u2015 a key focus area in economic and agricultural current affairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_Development_Industrial_Growth\"><\/span><strong>Regional Development &amp; Industrial Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For exams that test knowledge of <strong>regional planning and development (such as Geography, Indian Economy, and State PSC current affairs)<\/strong>, this initiative showcases how infrastructural investment in the <strong>Northeast region of India<\/strong> enhances connectivity, promotes industrialisation, and addresses socio-economic imbalances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Policy_Implementation_Insight\"><\/span><strong>Policy Implementation Insight<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the <strong>government\u2019s strategy<\/strong> (such as joint ventures, public-sector collaborations, and energy-efficient infrastructure) provides students with insight into <strong>industrial policy frameworks<\/strong> and <strong>investment models<\/strong>, which are often part of economic and governance questions in competitive exams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Fertiliser_Industry_Assams_Development\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: Fertiliser Industry &amp; Assam\u2019s Development<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Fertiliser_Production_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Evolution of Fertiliser Production in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s journey toward fertiliser self-reliance began post-Independence, with efforts to build domestic production capacity to support its agrarian economy. Over the decades, the establishment of plants like those under the <strong>Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL)<\/strong> in Assam has been central to ensuring availability of key nutrients like urea for Indian farmers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Namrups_Role_in_Indias_Fertiliser_Landscape\"><\/span><strong>Namrup\u2019s Role in India\u2019s Fertiliser Landscape<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Namrup in Dibrugarh district has been a traditional hub for fertiliser manufacturing. Earlier generations of ammonia-urea complexes here served the Northeast region for decades. The new <strong>Namrup IV project<\/strong> represents a <strong>modernisation and expansion effort<\/strong>, aiming to leverage technological upgrades and regional resources efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Initiatives_Policy_Support\"><\/span><strong>Government Initiatives &amp; Policy Support<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In <strong>March 2025<\/strong>, the Union Cabinet approved the Namrup IV plant under the <strong>New Investment Policy<\/strong> with special provisions for equity participation and debt financing. The policy envisions collaborative public sector engagement to boost production capacity and reduce geographical disparities in infrastructure development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%82%B910601_Crore_Fertiliser_Plant_Launch\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u20b910,601 Crore Fertiliser Plant Launch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S.No<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for a \u20b910,601 crore ammonia-urea fertiliser plant at Namrup, Dibrugarh, Assam on December 21, 2025.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>The plant will have an annual production capacity of <strong>12.7 lakh metric tonnes<\/strong> of urea and is expected to be commissioned by 2030.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>It is being developed under Assam Valley Fertiliser and Chemical Company Ltd (AVFCCL) via a joint venture with public sector partners.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>The project aims to boost domestic fertiliser supply, reduce import dependence and support farmers in eastern and northeastern India. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>The plant is expected to generate significant employment and contribute to regional economic growth.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Namrup fertiliser plant Assam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_total_investment_in_the_Namrup_fertiliser_plant\"><\/span>1. <strong>What is the total investment in the Namrup fertiliser plant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The total investment in the ammonia\u2011urea fertiliser plant at Namrup, Dibrugarh, Assam, is <strong>\u20b910,601 crore<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_laid_the_foundation_stone_of_the_plant\"><\/span>2. <strong>Who laid the foundation stone of the plant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prime Minister Narendra Modi<\/strong> laid the foundation stone on <strong>December 21, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_production_capacity_of_the_new_plant\"><\/span>3. <strong>What is the production capacity of the new plant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The plant is designed to produce <strong>12.7 lakh metric tonnes of urea per year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_When_is_the_plant_expected_to_be_commissioned\"><\/span>4. <strong>When is the plant expected to be commissioned?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The plant is expected to be <strong>commissioned by 2030<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_states_will_benefit_from_this_plant\"><\/span>5. <strong>Which states will benefit from this plant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>States in eastern and northeastern India, including <strong>Assam, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh<\/strong>, will benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Which_companies_are_involved_in_this_project\"><\/span>6. <strong>Which companies are involved in this project?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The project is a <strong>joint venture<\/strong> involving <strong>BVFCL, National Fertilizers Ltd, Oil India Limited, HURL, and the Government of Assam<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_is_this_plant_important_for_India\"><\/span>7. <strong>Why is this plant important for India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It will <strong>reduce dependency on fertiliser imports<\/strong>, ensure <strong>steady supply to farmers<\/strong>, and contribute to <strong>regional economic development<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button 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