Question 1972
Where did PM Narendra Modi lay the foundation stone of a ₹10,601 crore fertilizer plant in Assam?
Answer
Namrup
Why?
The correct answer is Namrup. In News PM Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of a ₹10,601 crore ammonia urea fertilizer plant at Namrup, Dibrugarh, Assam. Key Points The plant will produce 12.7 lakh metric tonnes of urea annually. Developed under Assam Valley Fertilizer and Chemical Company Limited (AVFCCL), a multi-PSU joint venture. The project aims to reduce urea imports and support farmers. Expected commissioning of the plant is by 2030. Additional Information Namrup, Dibrugarh – Industrial town in Assam, known for fertilizer and chemical industries. AVFCCL – Assam Valley Fertilizer and Chemical Company Limited, a multi-PSU joint venture. Urea Production – Fertilizer essential for agriculture, supporting crop yield and food security. Multi-PSU Project – Joint initiative by multiple public sector undertakings to enhance industrial capacity.
