JAMMU, Jul 21: Acting on the directions of the Director, Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Department, Jammu, Anil Gupta, a joint inspection of pesticide dealers was conducted in Jammu district to ensure strict enforcement of the provisions of the Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985, the Insecticides Act, 1968, and the Insecticides Rules, 1971.
The inspection was carried out by the Plant Protection Officer, Jammu, Raju Mahajan, along with the Assistant Director Law Enforcement, Jammu, Kuldeep Singh.
The joint team visited the premises of M/s Akhil India Pvt. Ltd., Jammu, M/s Jammu Agri Inputs, and M/s Vivek Enterprises to verify compliance with the statutory provisions governing the sale and distribution of pesticides and fertilizers.
During the inspection, the team conducted a detailed verification of pesticide stocks available at the establishments. Licenses, Principal Certificates, validity of authorizations, stock registers, and other statutory records were thoroughly examined to ensure that the stocking, marketing, and sale of insecticides and fertilizers were being carried out strictly in accordance with the prescribed rules and regulations.
The dealers were categorically instructed to stock, market, and sell only those insecticide products that are covered under valid Principal Certificates and relevant licenses. They were directed to ensure complete adherence to all statutory provisions governing the storage, sale, and distribution of insecticides and fertilizers.
The inspection team also reviewed the progress of implementation of the Integrated Pesticide Management System (IPMS) Portal, a nationwide digital platform introduced by the Government of India for streamlining licensing and monitoring of pesticide trade. The dealers were informed that uploading of insecticide products on the IPMS Portal is mandatory for all manufacturers, dealers, and retailers. They were further directed to ensure that all retailers operating under their Principal Certificates are onboarded onto the IPMS Portal and that their accounts are made fully functional without delay to facilitate seamless implementation of the digital regulatory framework.
The joint team emphasized the importance of maintaining complete statutory records, complying with the conditions of licenses and Principal Certificates, and strictly following the provisions of the Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985, the Insecticides Act, 1968, and the Insecticides Rules, 1971. The dealers were cautioned that any violation of the statutory provisions or licensing conditions would invite appropriate legal action under the relevant Acts and Rules.