File Photo: Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh | Photo Credit: PTI

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Monday said the government has taken measures to ensure the timely availability of fertilisers to farmers across the state and is promoting organic farming to reduce dependence on chemical inputs.

Speaking at the flagging off of fertiliser distribution trucks and the launch of organic fertiliser ‘Oorja’ during the fertiliser distribution camp for Kharif 2026, Singh said the organic fertiliser is being provided to farmers at a subsidised rate.

"As part of the initiative to promote sustainable farming practices, Oorja is being provided to farmers at a subsidised rate of ₹250 per bag against its market price of ₹480," he said.

The chief minister said around 1.8 lakh bags of urea were distributed till September last year, though reports of shortages had been received from some areas.

"To address such concerns, fertiliser distribution is now being carried out based on Aadhaar cards, farmer cards and location-specific requirements to ensure fair and transparent allocation," he said.

Singh said around two lakh bags of urea are currently available in stock and there is no shortage at present.

He said fertilisers would be distributed on a need basis and only after verification of proper documents, while officials of the agriculture department would closely monitor distribution in all districts.

He said the government is making efforts to gradually expand organic farming in the state and reduce dependence on chemical fertilisers.

According to Singh, around 4,000 hectares have already been brought under organic cultivation and the government is working towards bringing another 4,000 hectares under organic farming in the coming years.

Published on June 15, 2026