Former Odisha Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik urged J.P. Nadda, Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilisers, to take necessary steps for adequate supply of urea to Odisha during this kharif season.
In a letter addressed to Mr. Nadda, Mr. Patnaik said, “agriculture is the mainstay of Odisha’s economy which provides livelihood to more than 70% of its population. In the past two decades, Odisha’s growth in the agricultural sector has been spectacular. From a mere importer of rice, Odisha has transformed itself to a major contributor to country’s Public Distribution system.”
