New Delhi, Oct 28: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday welcomed the Union Cabinet’s decision to approve a Rs 37,952 crore fertilizer subsidy for the upcoming Rabi season 2025–26, calling it a major relief for farmers and a boost to agricultural productivity.

माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी के नेतृत्व में केंद्र सरकार किसानों के जीवन में खुशहाली लाने हेतु निरंतर समर्पित है।

आज केंद्रीय कैबिनेट ने रबी सीजन 2025-26 के लिए ₹37,952 करोड़ की फर्टिलाइज़र सब्सिडी को मंजूरी दी है। 1 अक्टूबर 2025 से लागू होने वाला यह निर्णय देश के… pic.twitter.com/ZUKwkut7jf

— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) October 28, 2025

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Pradhan praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, stating that the government remains steadfast in its commitment to improving the lives of farmers. “Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, the central government is continuously dedicated to bringing prosperity to farmers,” he wrote.

The subsidy, approved by the Union Cabinet, will come into effect from October 1, 2025. It is aimed at ensuring that essential fertilizers such as DAP (Di-Ammonium Phosphate), NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium), and other mixed nutrients remain available to farmers at affordable rates. This move is expected to reduce input costs and enhance income for cultivators across the country.

The Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a subsidy rate of Rs 43.02 per kg for Nitrogen (N), Rs 47.96 per kg for Phosphorous (P), Rs 2.38 per kg for Potash (K) and Rs 2.87 per kg for Sulphur (S) for the current rabi season.

Minister Pradhan emphasized that the decision will play a decisive role in boosting the production capacity of Rabi crops, which include wheat, barley, mustard, and pulses. He noted that the government's calibrated approach to fertilizer pricing will help maintain affordability while supporting sustainable farming practices.

The Minister wrapped up his remarks by reaffirming the government’s resolve to stand by the country’s “annadatas” — the food providers — and ensure that their livelihoods continue to flourish under the double-engine governance model.