Lahore (HRNW): Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced the launch of a new initiative titled “Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar”, aimed at providing free land to poor and unemployed citizens across the province.
While addressing the inauguration ceremony of an electric bus service in Rajanpur, the Chief Minister said that under the scheme, 250,000 acres of land will be distributed free of cost among deserving individuals. She stated that 3 to 5 acres of land would be allotted to unemployed and underprivileged people to help them earn a sustainable livelihood.
Maryam Nawaz further announced that beneficiaries under the scheme would also receive a Kissan Card, enabling farmers to purchase fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds to cultivate their land and improve agricultural productivity.
In addition, the Chief Minister announced the establishment of a Center of Excellence in every tehsil and directed authorities to take steps to introduce green bus services in all tehsils within one year.
During her speech, Maryam Nawaz conveyed that former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had sent a special message of affection to the people of Rajanpur, stating that they hold a close place in his heart.
Rejecting the notion that Rajanpur is Punjab’s last district, the Chief Minister said, “Punjab begins from Rajanpur.” She paid tribute to Baloch culture, including the Baloch turban, shawl, and cap, and highlighted that Rajanpur is now witnessing state-of-the-art electric bus services, similar to Lahore, along with the construction of 72 roads at a cost of Rs 12 billion.
