Nuapada Agriculture Department Seizes 177 Bags of Fake Fertiliser in Major Crackdown

The Agriculture Department in Nuapada district has launched a decisive crackdown on the illegal sale of fake fertilisers.

Acting on a tip‑off, District Agriculture Officer Pradeep Nayak led a raid in Godfula village under Nuapada Sadar block, seizing 177 bags of fake chemical fertiliser and 89 containers of liquid fertiliser from a roadside shop.

Investigations revealed that a trader from Haryana had been distributing these products across the district under the false label of bio‑fertilisers.

The raid confirmed widespread illegal circulation, raising alarm among farmers who often purchase such products believing them to be genuine.

Officials stressed that fake fertilisers pose serious risks to soil health, crop productivity, and farmers’ livelihoods, often resulting in financial losses and reduced yields.

The Agriculture Department assured strict action against those involved and promised tighter monitoring to ensure only certified fertilisers reach the market.

The raid team included the Additional Tehsildar of Nuapada and several agriculture officers, underscoring the seriousness of the operation.

Authorities reiterated their commitment to protecting farmers and safeguarding agricultural productivity in the region.