Rawalpindi: Agriculture Secretary, Punjab Iftikhar Ali Sahoo on Saturday directed the relevant authorities to formulate and submit a comprehensive, viable plan within one month to upgrade and modernize horticulture and off-season vegetable cultivation across District Murree.
He issued these directives during his official visit to Murree, where he was received by Deputy Commissioner Murree Agha Zaheer Abbas Shirazi and senior officials.
During the visit, the secretary received a detailed briefing on the overall performance of the department, ongoing development schemes, farmer welfare initiatives, and the specific challenges posed by regional weather patterns.
The briefing highlighted various measures being taken to promote fruit production, expand modern agricultural technology and implement the provincial government’s farmer-centric policies to increase yields and boost local incomes.
Reviewing the department’s performance, Iftikhar Ali Sahoo maintained that the timely provision of high-quality agricultural services, modern farming techniques, and transparent execution of government schemes must be ensured so that the benefits reach local growers directly.
He observed that Murree’s unique climate possesses immense potential for horticulture, high-quality fruit production, and off-season vegetables, making integrated planning vital to exploit this natural advantage.
The secretary highlighted that the upcoming master plan aims to revive and expand the agricultural infrastructure in Murree, ensuring long-term economic stability for the local farming community.
He reiterated the Punjab government’s commitment to achieving sustainable agricultural growth by utilizing all available resources, promoting farmer-friendly initiatives, and deploying modern technology across the province.