Press Release:
(For Immediate Release)

Government of Pakistan
Ministry of National Food Security & Research

Ministry of National Food Security Ensures Urea Availability; Gas Supply Extended Until June 30, 2025

Islamabad, March 26, 2025 

The Ministry of National Food Security & Research remains at the forefront of efforts to ensure uninterrupted urea supply for Pakistan’s farmers.

A high-level meeting was chaired today by Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Senator Mohammed Ishaq Dar to review urea stock levels and price stability in the market. The meeting was attended by Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, Federal Secretary for National Food Security Waseem Ajmal Chaudhry, Minister for Petroleum, SAPM Mr. Tariq Bajwa, and senior officials from the relevant ministries.

The committee expressed satisfaction with the stock position and reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining stability in the market. After detailed deliberations, it was decided that gas supply to the urea sector will be extended for three months, up to June 30, 2025, ensuring continued availability for farmers.

Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain emphasized that the Ministry of National Food Security & Research remains dedicated to securing Pakistan’s agricultural needs. He assured that the Ministry will continue to work proactively with all stakeholders to prevent any disruptions in urea supply and stabilize the market for farmers.