People involved in artificial shortage of urea to be dealt with iron hands: PM

Islamabad: Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan has vowed that the elements who were found involved in creating an artificial shortage of urea will be dealt with iron hands on Friday.

Presiding over a meeting to review the demand and supply of fertilizers, the prime minister 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 premier said increased income has resulted in higher purchase of urea by farmers. He said that the government is focusing on providing adequate amount of fertilizer for maximum production of wheat to ensure food security in the country.

Imran Khan directed the authorities concerned to take all possible steps for efficient management of urea supply chain for Rabi crops.