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ATM News Network: In an extraordinary display of commitment, officials from the All India Organisation and the Fertilizer Association of India came together on the auspicious occasion of Rakshabandhan to engage in discussions and address pivotal concerns impacting the fertilizer industry. Under the leadership of National President Mr Manmohan Kalantri, along with regional representatives, the meeting, spanning two intensive hours, culminated with promising outcomes.
Amidst the backdrop of Rakshabandhan festivities, the collective endeavours of the All India Organisation and the Fertilizer Association of India have borne several significant resolutions poised to usher in a positive transformation for the fertilizer industry.
1. Empowering Dealer Margins: The All India Organization's fervent plea for an increment in dealer margins for complex fertilizers to 8% is anticipated to yield favorable results imminently.
2. Implementation of MFMS: Deliberations surrounding the Marginal Freight Movement Scheme (MFMS), currently capped at a dealer margin of Rs 50 per tonne, are on the cusp of initiation.
3. Dismantling the 'Top 20' List: Recognizing the concerns, the Fertilizer Association of India (FAI) has embarked on a journey to permanently abolish the contentious "Top 20" list, with official communication underway to engage the government.
4. Resolving Tagging Challenges: FAI's assurance to proactively seek a definitive resolution to the tagging quandary through direct government dialogues underscores their commitment to addressing persistent issues.
5. Equitable Freight Distribution: A pivotal stride towards equitable practices has been taken, with the onus of freight charges from the rack point to the final destination for urea transportation shifting to the company.
6. Streamlining License Transfers: With an eye on providing a safety net, the proposal to seamlessly transfer fertilizer licenses to immediate family members in cases of untimely demise is being championed through FAI.
7. Elevating Quality Standards: Addressing concerns over the quality of packed PDM potash and other fertilizers, FAI is poised to present substantive suggestions to the Central Government.
8. Nurturing Expertise: Pioneering efforts to nurture expertise and enhance skills, the collaborative endeavor to institute a nationwide 15-day training course for new fertilizer licenses in each district holds promise.
Synergistic Resolutions
The resonating discourse between the Fertilizer Association of India and the All India Organisation resonates as a unified endeavour to confront challenges faced by fertilizer traders nationwide. These collective representations, presented with a unified voice, exemplify their commitment to fostering an environment conducive to industry advancement.
Committed Amidst Celebrations
Amidst the familial warmth of Rakshabandhan, the officials of the All India Organisation displayed extraordinary dedication by setting aside personal festivities to address the concerns of their fellow members. Their unwavering commitment to communal progress stands as a testament to unity and an unwavering pursuit of solutions.
The repercussions of this meeting hold the promise of significantly uplifting the landscape for fertilizer traders across the nation. As these resolutions transition into tangible actions, the combined endeavours of the industry's representatives continue to shape a more promising future.v
