Namrup IV Ammonia Urea Plant Set for Foundation in December, Boosting Fertilizer Self-Reliance

Foundation of Namrup IV Fertilizer Plant Expected in December: A Major Push for Northeast Industrial Growth

Assam is preparing for a significant industrial milestone as groundwork accelerates for the foundation of the Namrup IV Ammonia–Urea Fertilizer Plant . Expected to be officially launched in December, the project marks one of the largest fertilizer investments in the Northeast and is central to India’s broader self-reliance initiatives in agricultural supply.

Rs10,000-Crore Investment to Strengthen Fertilizer Security

The proposed plant is being developed at an estimated cost of over ?10,000 crore under the Assam Valley Fertilizer & Chemical Company Ltd. (AVFCCL) . It forms part of the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat agenda by enhancing domestic fertilizer manufacturing capacity and reducing import dependency. With agriculture demanding increasing volumes of urea and ammonia, the new unit is expected to significantly reinforce supply reliability for farmers.

PM Visit Anticipated as Site Readiness Advances

District authorities have begun reviewing land and access infrastructure ahead of the expected foundation ceremony. The state government extended a formal invitation for the programme, signalling strong coordination between the Centre and Assam. The plant is modelled as a brownfield expansion to the existing Namrup complex, allowing production and operational systems to scale efficiently.

Economic Prospects for Assam & the Northeast

Once operational, the facility is projected to boost crop productivity by ensuring steady fertilizer flow to Northeast markets, reducing logistics delays and input shortages. The plant will also create direct and indirect employment opportunities, foster allied industries, and contribute to Assam’s long-term industrial diversification under the Act East strategy.

Exam Oriented Facts

• Namrup IV Fertilizer Plant investment: ?10,000+ crore

• Project developer: AVFCCL (Assam Valley Fertilizer & Chemical Company Ltd.)

• Assam government equity share: 40%

• Expected commissioning timeline: 48 months after launch