Maharashtra's agri-input sector faces mounting pressure as dealers and distributors rally against heightened enforcement scrutiny. Industry bodies report coercive actions and excessive regulatory oversight following recent government measures, creating widespread business uncertainty. The Maharashtra Fertilizers, Pesticides and Seeds Dealers Association has called for an indefinite shutdown, with ten major industry associations backing a one-day protest on April 27. The collective action involves over 10,000 manufacturers and approximately 85,000 dealers across the state. Stakeholders warn that persistent regulatory bottlenecks, delays in source registration, and approval hurdles are compounding the crisis. The shutdown threatens to disrupt essential agri-input supplies to farmers during critical planting seasons.
