Govt invites proposals for green urea plant with 500,000-tonne annual capacity

Summary

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment has invited proposals to establish a green urea plant with an annual production capacity of about 500,000 metric tonnes. Minister Gita Chaudhary said the project could be expanded later as demand grows.

Key Points
  • The Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment has called for proposals to set up a green urea plant with an annual capacity of about 500,000 metric tonnes.
  • The plant’s capacity could be expanded in the future depending on demand, according to Minister Gita Chaudhary.
  • Companies, joint ventures and consortia interested in commercial green urea production can submit proposals by Nov. 29.
  • The ministry will evaluate proposals based on technology, investment models, technical challenges, financial viability and possible government incentives.
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