Federal and provincial officials convened in Islamabad to address critical issues facing Balochistan’s agriculture and energy sectors. Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal emphasized the government’s commitment to prioritize the well-being of Balochistan’s people, particularly farmers.
With a focus on enhancing agricultural sustainability, the meeting underscored the urgent need to transition agricultural tube wells to solar energy, ensuring cost-effective and uninterrupted power supply to farmers across the province.
A comprehensive strategy is being devised to facilitate the shift towards solar-powered tube wells, aiming to mitigate challenges posed by electricity shortages and load shedding in Balochistan. Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti echoed the sentiment, highlighting the adverse impact of inadequate electricity supply on the agriculture sector. He emphasized the importance of embracing alternative energy sources like solar power to alleviate the plight of farmers and enhance agricultural productivity.
Commitment to Agricultural Empowerment
Acknowledging the severity of electricity theft and its repercussions on power generation and transmission, Minister Ahsan Iqbal stressed the imperative of legal measures against offenders. He emphasized the role of public awareness campaigns in combating electricity theft and ensuring timely bill payments.
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Furthermore, the meeting emphasized the collaborative efforts of federal and provincial authorities in curbing electricity theft and bolstering power supply reliability, crucial for sustaining agricultural development in Balochistan.
The meeting concluded with directives to expedite the implementation of solar energy initiatives for agricultural tube wells in Balochistan. Minister Ahsan Iqbal instructed concerned departments to devise a roadmap for the transition and initiate awareness campaigns to educate the public about the detrimental effects of electricity theft. With a firm stance against offenders, the government aims to address the root causes of load shedding and ensure a conducive environment for agricultural growth in the province.