MP govt bans sales of subsidised fertilisers, farmers express concern as Kharif crops will be affected

A complete ban on fertiliser sales has been imposed in Madhya Pradesh right in the middle of the Kharif season. Effective from 7 PM on August 14, this order will remain in force until further instructions, causing anxiety among approximately 8.2 million (82 lakh) farmers in the state. Paddy-growing farmers are expected to bear the brunt of the fertiliser shortage.