PESHAWAR, Dec 18 (APP): Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on the occasion of World Farmers’ Day on Thursday paid rich tribute to the hardworking farmers of Pakistan, saying that they were the backbone of the national economy, food security and rural development.
The Governor said that agriculture is a major pillar of national development and a primary source of livelihood for millions of families across the country.
He added that farmers, through their tireless day-and-night efforts, not only fulfilled the food needs of the nation but also provided strong support to the national economy.
Highlighting the challenges faced by the farming community, Governor Kundi said that water scarcity, climate change, and rising input costs have created serious difficulties for farmers, which require coordinated and sustainable policies.
He emphasized the need for concrete and practical measures to ensure farmers’ welfare, promote modern agricultural technologies, and improve access to markets.
The Governor said that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa holds vast potential for agricultural development and said that the Chashma Lift Canal project is among the government’s top priorities. He said that the project will enable Dera Ismail Khan to play a key role not only for the province but also in addressing food shortages at the national level.
Governor Kundi said that food security, sustainable development, and prosperity in Pakistan are only possible through a strong agricultural sector.
He reaffirmed that the Pakistan Peoples Party remains committed to strengthening agriculture and empowering farmers through farmer-friendly policies.
He also announced that, for the first time, a Farmers’ Award ceremony is being organized at the Governor House in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to recognize the contributions of farmers.