The Punjab Cabinet presided over by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, gave its in-principle approval for the ‘Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Kisan Card’ scheme. In addition, it allocated Rs10 billion as seed money for the establishment of the Nawaz Sharif IT City in Lahore.
Key Highlights of the Kisan Card Scheme
- Approval for Kisan Card Scheme: The Punjab Cabinet gives in-principle approval for the Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Kisan Card to assist farmers.
- Seed Money Allocation: Rs10 billion was allocated for the Nawaz Sharif IT City project in Lahore.
- Foreign Direct Investment: Approval was granted for a cement plant project for $350 million foreign direct investment in Chua Saidan Shah Area, Chakwal district.
- Infrastructure Development: NOC granted for setting up three new cement plants and expanding four existing cement plants.
- Road Renaming: A Small Industrial State Road in Faisalabad was renamed as Captain Dr Muhammad Bilal Khalil Shaheed Road.
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Decision Overview of Nawaz Sharif Kisan Scheme
- Water Supply and Drainage Projects: Made subject to permission from the Local Government Department.
- Vehicle Registration Fee: Platinum category number plate fee fixed at Rs1 million.
- Ban on One Dish at Wedding Ceremonies: Strict implementation ordered across Punjab.
- Audit Performance: Decision made to conduct performance audits of every department in Punjab.
What is the Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Kisan Card?
It’s a scheme designed to support Punjab farmers, providing them various benefits and assistance.
How much money has been allocated for the Nawaz Sharif IT City project?
The Punjab Cabinet has allocated Rs10 billion as seed money for the establishment of the Nawaz Sharif IT City in Lahore.
Conclusion
The Punjab Cabinet’s decisions aim to uplift various sectors including agriculture, infrastructure, healthcare, and education. The Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Kisan Card Scheme and the Nawaz Sharif IT City project are significant steps towards enhancing the livelihoods of farmers and fostering technological advancement in the province.