Archive · 16 Sep 2025
Fertilizer Shortage Sparks Protests, Clashes in India
Farmers in Madhya Pradesh and Odisha are facing problems getting fertilizer, which is needed for their crops.
In Morena, MP, a fight broke out at a distribution center when farmers were waiting in line, with some injured.
In Odisha, BJD workers protested over the shortages and clashed with police.
The government says there is enough fertilizer, but farmers report difficulties and are struggling to get the product they need, some finding it in the black market.
The situation has left farmers waiting in long queues, and at risk of losing their crops.
Farmers clashed at a fertilizer distribution center in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, with three farmers injured.
BJD workers protested in Odisha over fertilizer shortages.
Police used force to disperse protesters in Odisha.
The Odisha government stated it would take action against fraudulent dealers hoarding fertilizers.
Farmers in Odisha reported difficulties in accessing fertilizers, leading to concerns about crop yields.
- Who
- Farmers, BJD workers, Police
- What
- Clashes and Protests over fertilizer shortages
- When
- Recent Events
- Where
- Morena, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha
- Why
- Competition for limited fertilizer supplies
BJD/Farmers' Perspective
Government Perspective
Fertilizer Availability
BJD/Farmers' Perspective
Farmers are struggling to obtain fertilizers and are reporting black market sales.
Government Perspective
Adequate fertilizer supply is in place
Cause of Shortage
BJD/Farmers' Perspective
Accuse of government of mismanagement.
Government Perspective
Action being taken against fraudulent dealers
- Locations
- Morena, Madhya Pradesh & Odisha
- Cause of Events
- Fertilizer Shortage; Competition
- Injured
- 3 farmers in MP
- Groups Involved
- Farmers, BJD workers, Police
- Government Stance (MP)
- Sufficient fertilizer supply
- Reported Black Market Price
- ₹800 per bag
Sources
Three farmers injured in clash at fertiliser distribution centre in MP’s Morena
MP Farmers Continue To Reel Under Fertiliser Shortage, Wait Outside Distribution Centre For 12 Hours In Morena
Fertiliser shortage triggers protest in Odisha, BJD workers clash with police
Farmers clash with each other at fertlizer distribution centre in MP’s Morena
BJD protests fertiliser shortage in Odisha, blames BJP-led state government - Telegraph India
