Wedoany.com Report on Mar 16th, India's Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah officially commissioned the Sulphuric Acid Plant-III (SAP-III) at the Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited's (IFFCO) integrated facility in Paradip. The inauguration of this new facility marks a significant step in India's efforts to strengthen its fertilizer manufacturing capabilities and support the agricultural sector. With a total investment of approximately INR 70,000 crore, the project is expected to significantly enhance the production capacity of IFFCO's Paradip unit, which is one of India's major phosphatic fertilizer manufacturing complexes.
When IFFCO acquired the Paradip integrated facility in 2005 for INR 25,770 crore, its annual production capacity was 750,000 metric tonnes. Today, the facility's annual capacity has been increased to approximately 2.2 million metric tonnes. Mixed fertilizers account for about 15% of this output, while domestically produced Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) constitutes nearly 40%. The expansion of the sulphuric acid plant helps ensure a stable supply of key raw materials for fertilizer and chemical production across the country.
The newly commissioned Sulphuric Acid Plant-III has a daily production capacity of around 2,000 metric tonnes. Upon full operation, the plant will support the fertilizer manufacturing processes at the Paradip integrated facility and strengthen the supply chain for phosphatic fertilizer production. The plant is designed with advanced and environmentally friendly technology, improving operational efficiency and energy utilization.
IFFCO Chairman Dileep Sanghani stated, "The commissioning of Sulphuric Acid Plant-III reflects our commitment to enhancing fertilizer production capacity while adopting modern technology." Managing Director K.J. Patel explained, "The new plant utilizes advanced process technology aimed at improving operational efficiency and energy performance." He added that the facility will promote sustainable industrial development and enhance the overall efficiency of fertilizer manufacturing at the Paradip integrated facility.
