India's Fertilizer Imports Surge Amid Rising Demand

India is importing a lot more fertilizer this year because farmers need more for their crops.

Even though India has been trying to make its own fertilizer to reduce imports, it's not enough to meet the demand.

This is causing problems like long lines for fertilizer and higher costs for the government.

Experts are also worried that using too much of one type of fertilizer is harming the soil.

The government is spending a lot of money on subsidies to keep fertilizer prices low for farmers, but this might be making the problem worse.