Cm Maryam Reviews Agriculture Reforms And Laptop Program Launch

On February 27, 2026, Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, announced significant reforms in the agricultural sector during a special meeting. The most notable development is the approval of the inclusion of agriculture interns in the 'Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar' program, aimed at enhancing employment opportunities for young graduates. The CM highlighted that export orders for potato growers have exceeded 500,000 tonnes, which is a positive indicator for local farmers. Additionally, the monthly stipend for agriculture interns has been increased to Rs 70,000. The introduction of a 'Rooftop Hydroponic' project is also a key initiative, allowing the cultivation of over 10 types of vegetables on rooftops, with expected yields up to 32 times higher than traditional methods. Ten pilot projects will be launched in Lahore, targeting housing societies. Furthermore, the CM approved the solarisation of 10,000 diesel tube wells and set ambitious targets for agricultural mechanisation, including a subsidy of Rs 1.5 million for high-horsepower tractors and a Rs 700,000 subsidy for low-horsepower tractors, as part of the CM Green Tractor Programme.