India’s first natural gas-based fertiliser plant has been razed after more than five decades, paving the way for the upcoming AVFCCL facility in Assam
Namrup: A landmark chapter in Assam’s industrial history has come to an end with the demolition of Unit-I of the Namrup Fertiliser Plant, India’s first natural gas-based fertiliser plant, after more than five decades of operation.
Namrup-I commenced commercial production on January 1, 1969, and played a pioneering role in strengthening fertiliser production while supporting agricultural growth across Assam and the Northeast. For decades, the plant stood as a symbol of the region’s industrial development and contributed significantly to the country’s fertiliser sector.
The demolition clears the way for the construction of the new Assam Valley Fertilizer and Chemical Company Limited (AVFCCL), a joint venture that will replace the ageing infrastructure with a state-of-the-art ammonia-urea plant equipped with modern technology.
The upcoming facility is expected to substantially enhance domestic fertiliser production, improve agricultural self-reliance in the Northeast and support India’s growing demand for urea. The project is also anticipated to generate significant direct and indirect employment opportunities while strengthening Assam’s position as an emerging industrial hub.
The demolition of the historic unit has been described as an emotional moment by many former employees and local residents, as the plant represented more than half a century of industrial heritage and economic contribution.
While Namrup-I has now become part of history, the AVFCCL project is expected to usher in a new era of industrial growth and modern fertiliser manufacturing in Assam.
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