Overview

• The Union Ministry approved 50,000 tonnes for Telangana this week, with initial consignments dispatched as PACS outlets continued to report short supply.
• BJP leaders say the Centre can send up to two lakh tonnes and cite surplus and opening stocks, while state ministers blame delayed imports and allocation by the Centre.
• Protests intensified in districts including Warangal, Mahabubabad, Gadwal and Sircilla, with long queues, scuffles and viral videos showing farmers pleading with officials for urea.
• The BRS accused Congress cadres of diverting subsidised bags, demanded a White Paper on stocks and distribution, and linked its Vice‑Presidential vote to a firm assurance of two lakh tonnes before September 9.
• Similar shortages and enforcement drives were reported in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh, where authorities flagged black marketing and promised additional shipments.