The Chittagong Urea Fertilizer Plant has resumed production after a 27-day suspension caused by a mechanical fault. Operations restarted on Friday (November 13), according to official sources.
Production losses during shutdown
The prolonged halt resulted in an estimated production loss of Tk81 crore. The plant had been out of operation since October 17 due to the mechanical issue. With repairs completed, production activities have now returned to normal levels.Impact on fertilizer supply
The Chittagong plant plays a vital role in the country's fertilizer production. The extended closure had created some pressure on urea supply in the domestic market. With the plant back online, availability of fertilizer for farmers is expected to improve.Plant authorities have confirmed the resumption of production and stated that necessary measures are being taken to prevent such prolonged disruptions in the future.
