A significant step towards boosting the agricultural sector was taken in Sheikhupura as the second phase of the Chief Minister's Green Tractor Program was officially launched. A grand ceremony held at the District Council Hall marked the distribution of tractors to local farmers, a move set to modernize farming practices in the region.
Grand Ceremony for Agricultural Empowerment
The event was graced by Member National Assembly Rana Ahmed Attique Anwar as the special guest. He was joined by a host of dignitaries including Deputy Commissioner Shahid Imran Marth, Members of Provincial Assembly Pir Ashraf Rasool, Rana Tahir Iqbal, Chaudhry Waseem Anjum Sindhu, and Atiya Iftikhar, alongside officials from the agriculture department. Together, they inaugurated the provision of green tractors to 232 farmers under a substantial subsidy.
A Historic Subsidy for Farmers
Under this landmark initiative, a subsidy of Rs. 1 million is being provided per tractor. The keys to these new tractors were physically handed over to the lucky farmers during the ceremony. The attending farmers expressed their gratitude, paying tribute to Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif for this historic package, which they believe will revolutionize their agricultural output and ease their financial burden.
In his address, MNA Rana Ahmed Attique Anwar emphasized the Punjab government's commitment to farmer welfare. He stated that the government is taking historic steps for the development of the agricultural community. He urged farmers to fully utilize the facilities provided by the government and to play their pivotal role in strengthening the agricultural backbone of the country. He confirmed that all welfare facilities are being delivered directly to the farmers' doorsteps.
A New Dawn for Punjab's Agriculture
The successful execution of the second phase of the Green Tractor Program in Sheikhupura signals a strong commitment to rural development. This initiative is expected to enhance productivity, reduce the cost of cultivation, and empower farmers with modern machinery. The event concluded on a high note, with a renewed sense of optimism among the farming community for a more prosperous future.
