Uproar in Chhattisgarh assembly over alleged shortage of fertilisers for farmers
The Chhattisgarh Assembly saw significant disruption as the Congress opposition protested against alleged shortages of essential fertilisers and seeds for farmers. The government denied the claims, leading to the suspension of several opposition MLAs.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights the political tension surrounding agricultural policy and the challenges of managing supply chains for essential farming inputs in India.
The Chhattisgarh Assembly witnessed an uproar on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) with the Congress targeting the State government over the alleged shortage of fertilisers and quality seeds, which it claimed has disrupted agricultural activities during the ongoing kharif season.
Calling the BJP government "anti-farmer", the Opposition sought a discussion on the issue by moving an adjournment motion notice.
After the speaker disallowed the motion, 34 MLAs of Congress and a Gondwana Gantantra Party (GGP) legislator trooped into the well of the House, resulting in their brief suspension.
Opposition leader Charan Das Mahant, former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and other party members raised the issue during Zero Hour, alleging that farmers were facing multiple challenges during the ongoing kharif paddy season.
They alleged a shortage of di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), potash fertilisers and high-yielding seed varieties.
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