New Delhi, July 27 -- The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Chemicals and Fertilizers has expressed displeasure over the classification of the fertiliser sector as non-strategic under the new PSE policy despite its importance in ensuring the nation's food security.

The committee noted that while the government accepted four recommendations, it did not accept the committee's observations on 11 recommendations, prompting the panel to reiterate them. Two recommendations are still awaiting final replies, while one was not pursued further.

The report repeatedly expressed dissatisfaction with the government's responses, stating, "The Committee note that the Department's reply does not adequately address the recommendation..." while reviewin...