DLP Report
PESHAWAR
The provincial government has earmarked Rs 4,078 million in the provincial budget for development projects in the Livestock and Fisheries Department, with a special emphasis on the uplift of merged districts.
Provincial Minister for Livestock, Fisheries & Cooperatives, Fazal Hakeem Khan Yousafzai, announced the allocations, stating that the welfare of livestock farmers and the sustainable growth of the sector remain top priorities for the government.
He noted that these initiatives are being launched in line with the vision of PTI founder Imran Khan and under the leadership of Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur.
“These projects are aimed at improving the livelihoods of cattle farmers, while significantly increasing meat and milk production across both settled and merged districts,” the minister said.
The minister shared that Rs 250 million has been set aside for a comprehensive survey and assessment to support the development of poultry breeders and hatcheries.
Rs 300 million has been allocated for the promotion of fish farming and aquaculture in the merged districts and Rs 500 million will go towards establishing horse breeding facilities across KP.
“Rs 300 million is designated for a poverty alleviation initiative focused on enhanced milk and meat production in merged districts,” he said and added that the government in the budget allocated Rs 630 million for healthy cattle breeding programs and the procurement of vaccines to combat Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) and Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD).
Minister Yousafzai emphasized that these targeted investments will help modernize the livestock sector, create employment opportunities, and ensure food security for communities across the province.
