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Business Recorder
24-05-2025
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Minister, DG GCLI discuss animal breed improvement
LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Livestock and Agriculture Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani met with Director General Green Corporate Livestock Initiative (GCLI) Major General Shahid Mahmood (retd) in Lahore. The meeting discussed mechanisms related to animal breed improvement, vaccine production, disease control and data sharing. Secretary Livestock Punjab Saqib Ali Ateel was also present on the occasion. Minister for Livestock and Agriculture Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani stated that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has generously allocated funds for the development of the livestock sector in the last financial year. The successful projects launched by CM have benefited the livestock farmers and their economic conditions have improved. The response of livestock farmers and women to the initiatives of the Chief Minister of Punjab for livestock cards and distribution of assets among rural women of South Punjab has been very positive. He explained that the entire focus of the Punjab government is on herd transformation, breed empowerment, tagging and traceability and disease control of animals. We have launched a Livestock CONNECT webpage to facilitate livestock farmers and exporters. We are going to create 5 compartments and 2 zones for effective control of FMD in the province under the budget of the next financial year. Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani reiterated the commitment that cooperation between our department and GCLI will continue in the near future to achieve common goals. On this occasion, Director General GCLI Major General Shahid Mahmood (retd) endorsed that his institution will provide all possible support for the provision of research and training facilities for the livestock department in Punjab. We will ensure the supply of high-quality semen and embryos of highly breed animals to livestock farmers at subsidized prices. He explained that a modern IVF lab has been established in collaboration with the private sector. The aim of both institutions is to increase meat and milk production in the country so that by increasing meat production, its access to the Gulf countries could be made possible. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
21-05-2025
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- Business Recorder
Punjab livestock dept to provide 7,000 bikes on easy instalments
LAHORE: The Punjab Livestock & Dairy Development Department (PLDDD) on Tuesday launched an initiative aimed at providing 7,000 motorcycles on easy monthly installments without any interest to the para-veterinary staff of the department to resolve their issue of transportation. First batch of motorbikes were distributed among the employees at a ceremony held at the livestock department on Tuesday. Provincial Minister for Livestock and Agriculture Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani participated as the chief guest. On this occasion, Secretary Livestock Punjab Saqib Ali Ateel, along with Additional Secretary (Technical), Director Generals, and other officials of the department were also present. Director General Extension, Dr Muhammad Ashraf, welcomed all the distinguished guests. While addressing the ceremony, Provincial Minister Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani stated that Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif generously approved funds to meet the transportation and motorcycle needs of the para-vets. Through this initiative, they will be able to obtain motorcycles on interest-free, easy monthly installments. He said that para-vets play a vital role in providing timely vaccination and care to livestock owned by farmers in remote areas. He further noted that, for the first time in history, the Chief Minister allocated Rs20 billion for the livestock department in her government's first budget last year. The provincial minister added that a total of 7,000 motorbikes will be provided to the para-veterinary staff in two phases, with 3,412 motorbikes being distributed in the first phase today. The design of the motorbikes was developed in consultation with the para-vets. He emphasized that these new bikes will enhance the operational capacity of the livestock department. He expressed confidence that, with the provision of new motorbikes, para-vets will deliver services to livestock farmers with even greater dedication. Outstanding performers among the para-vets will also be rewarded. Earlier, Secretary Livestock Punjab Saqib Ali Ateel said that para-vets are our frontline force, and addressing their issues is a top priority. He stated that a departmental structure has been developed for institutional betterment, which will provide training facilities and ensure timely promotions for employees. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Livestock dept to provide 7,000 bikes on easy instalments
LAHORE: The Punjab Livestock & Dairy Development Department (PLDDD) on Tuesday launched an initiative aimed at providing 7,000 motorcycles on easy monthly installments without any interest to the para-veterinary staff of the department to resolve their issue of transportation. First batch of motorbikes were distributed among the employees at a ceremony held at the livestock department on Tuesday. Provincial Minister for Livestock and Agriculture Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani participated as the chief guest. On this occasion, Secretary Livestock Punjab Saqib Ali Ateel, along with Additional Secretary (Technical), Director Generals, and other officials of the department were also present. Director General Extension, Dr Muhammad Ashraf, welcomed all the distinguished guests. While addressing the ceremony, Provincial Minister Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani stated that Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif generously approved funds to meet the transportation and motorcycle needs of the para-vets. Through this initiative, they will be able to obtain motorcycles on interest-free, easy monthly installments. He said that para-vets play a vital role in providing timely vaccination and care to livestock owned by farmers in remote areas. He further noted that, for the first time in history, the Chief Minister allocated Rs20 billion for the livestock department in her government's first budget last year. The provincial minister added that a total of 7,000 motorbikes will be provided to the para-veterinary staff in two phases, with 3,412 motorbikes being distributed in the first phase today. The design of the motorbikes was developed in consultation with the para-vets. He emphasized that these new bikes will enhance the operational capacity of the livestock department. He expressed confidence that, with the provision of new motorbikes, para-vets will deliver services to livestock farmers with even greater dedication. Outstanding performers among the para-vets will also be rewarded. Earlier, Secretary Livestock Punjab Saqib Ali Ateel said that para-vets are our frontline force, and addressing their issues is a top priority. He stated that a departmental structure has been developed for institutional betterment, which will provide training facilities and ensure timely promotions for employees. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
