Prime Minister Imran Khan has said those involved in creating artificial shortage of urea in the country will be dealt with iron hands.
Presiding over a meeting to review the demand and supply of fertilizers in Islamabad on Friday, he said Pakistan produces 25,000 tons of urea daily, which is enough to meet its needs.
He said last year, the country produced record bumper crops of wheat, sugarcane, cotton and maize. He said due to the government’s agriculture friendly policies, farmers earned an additional 822 billion rupees in the fiscal year 2020-21.
The Prime Minister said increased income has resulted in higher purchase of urea by farmers.
Imran Khan said government is focusing on providing adequate amount of fertilizer for maximum production of wheat to ensure food security in the country.
He directed the authorities concerned to take all possible steps for efficient management of urea supply chain for Rabi crops.
