The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) on April 17 , 2025 has amended the Ammonium Nitrate Rules, 2012, extending the validity and renewal period of licenses from five to ten financial years.
🔧 Key Amendments:
Rule 32 – Period of Validity of License:
- Old Rule: License valid for up to five financial years (ending March 31).
- New Rule: License validity extended to a maximum of ten financial years.
- Import and export licenses remain valid for one year.
Rule 36(1) – Renewal of License:
- Old Rule: Renewable for five years.
- New Rule: Now renewable for up to ten financial years.
- Applies to all licenses except those for import/export.
🧾 Effective Date:
These changes come into force immediately from April 17th 2025
🧑🏭 Impact:
This amendment simplifies compliance and reduces the administrative burden on businesses engaged in the handling and use of Ammonium Nitrate, commonly used in agriculture and mining. It also reflects the government’s continued efforts to improve the Ease of Doing Business by introducing longer-term licenses in key industrial sectors.
