How Illegal Housing is Swallowing KP’s Breadbasket
The agricultural lands in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) are rapidly being choked by a relentless sprawl of housing schemes. What was once fertile soil, essential for the province’s food security, is being systematically replaced by “concrete jungles.” While the government continues to compile reports on the rising trend of converting agricultural land into residential colonies, critics […]
KP Faces Crisis as 400,000 Hectares of Farmland Fall to Illegal Housing
KP Faces Crisis as 400,000 Hectares of Farmland Fall to Illegal Housing
Poison on Our Plates: The Silent Crisis of Contaminated Food and Water in Pakistan
Pakistan is fundamentally an agrarian nation. However, flawed policies now force us to import basic staples like wheat and chili. This dependency raises a critical question: can we ever achieve food security or self-sufficiency? Beyond economic challenges, we face a dangerous violation of hygiene. The rampant cultivation of toxic vegetables and fruits creates a “poison […]
KP Launches E-Abiana App to Digitise Water Tax
Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohail Afridi, has officially launched the E-Abiana App, marking a transformative shift toward a digital economy for the province’s agricultural sector.
Who Benefits From Government Incentives and Relief Packages?
When Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a significant cut in power tariffs for Pakistan’s agriculture and industrial sectors — bringing electricity prices down to 23 rupees per unit from the previous 34 and 38 rupees — the statement was hailed as a welcome move. He assured the nation that this three-year government incentives and relief […]
KP Launches 18 Agriculture Projects to Combat Climate Change
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Agriculture Minister, Major (R) Sajjad Barkawal, announced the launch of 18 new agricultural projects across the province, focusing on climate change resilience and sustainable farming practices. He made these remarks at the Second International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture, attended by officials, farmers, academia, and stakeholders from across Pakistan. Also Read: KP Launches […]
KP Invests Rs203bn in 413 Eco-Friendly Projects Over Eight Years
PESHAWAR — Over the past eight years, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has invested a remarkable Rs203.2bn in 413 eco-friendly projects, aimed at tackling pollution and improving the environment across six key sectors. These initiatives reflect a growing global trend toward sustainability and environmental responsibility. Among the most ambitious efforts is the Billion Tree Tsunami […]
Pakistan’s Water Crisis: A Looming Threat to Lives and Livelihoods
Pakistan’s water crisis has reached a critical point, threatening food security and endangering millions of lives. The 2023 United Nations Global Water Security report places Pakistan in the “extremely insecure” category, underscoring the gravity of the situation.. The severity of Pakistan’s water crisis is reflected in the alarming rate of decline in per capita water […]
Flooded Lands, Struggling Farmers: Charsadda’s Agricultural Challenge
Fifty-year-old Bakht Munir begins the harvest season on his 20-acre farm in Charsadda, where for years, he has only cultivated brsandi, a local vegetable. His fields remain submerged under water throughout the year, and the heavy rains this season have dashed his hopes for a good harvest. Despite these challenges, Bakht has no choice but […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Launches Multi-Pronged Climate Change Initiative
Peshawar – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has unveiled a plan to integrate climate change studies into the educational curriculum, plant trees, and manage hospital waste. At a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, the Elementary and Secondary education department was directed to incorporate climate change studies into the curriculum within 30 days. Also […]