SUKKUR
\nThe Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) organized the 2nd Sukkur Trade Festival at IBA Public School drawing large crowds of citizens, students, youth, women and elders. The two day event was inaugurated by Advisor to the Chief Minister of Sindh, Khair Shaikh, TDAP Director General Abdul Karim Memon, and Director General of Agriculture Sindh, who cut the ribbon to open the festival.
\nStalls displayed a wide range of local products, including dates, olive oil, handicrafts, garments from local brands, food items and other hand made goods.
\nVisitors showed keen interest in the exhibits, with many exploring business and export potential of Sindh\u2019s agricultural and agro based products.
\nSpeaking at the ceremony, Khair Shaikh and Warayo Rind said the festival\u2019s aim is to introduce local production not only at the national level but also to global markets, highlighting the importance of Sindh\u2019s crops and crafts.
\nThey noted that such events help people appreciate the value of local skills and products, from rice and dates to other agricultural goods.
\nKhair Shaikh added that in Larkana Division alone, annual production of No. 9 Irri rice reaches around 1.4 billion maunds, playing a significant role in regional economy and employment.
\nHe emphasized that given limited government job opportunities, citizens should focus on developing local brands, skills and businesses to create employment and strengthen the economy.
\nThe event also featured participation from Director Amanat Laghari, Director Fida Hussain Mahesar, Deputy Manager Media Farzana Abbasi, Deputy Manager Afshan Uroos, Mohsin Bullo, Chairperson of Step Foundation Shaista Khoso, PML-N President Khurshid Merani and other notable figures.
\nThe festival included trade stalls, networking opportunities and awareness sessions, aiming to promote regional trade, exports and economic growth in Sindh.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
SUKKUR The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) organized the 2nd Sukkur Trade Festival at IBA Public School drawing large crowds of citizens, students, youth, women and elders. The two day event was inaugurated by Advisor to the Chief Minister of Sindh, Khair Shaikh, TDAP Director General Abdul Karim Memon, and Director General of Agriculture […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":394811,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-531422","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-business"},"yoast_head":"\n