In a significant boost to agricultural development in Balochistan, the Green Pakistan Initiative has brought 1,147 acres of barren land under cultivation in the Jhal Jhao area of Awaran district, opening new opportunities for farmers and strengthening the local economy.
Officials said the land, which had remained uncultivated for years, has been transformed into productive farmland under the initiative. Following the rehabilitation work, farmers have started cultivating wheat, cotton, onions, vegetables and various fruit crops across the area.
The project is part of broader efforts aimed at increasing agricultural productivity, improving food security and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities in rural parts of the province.
Farming Activities Begin on Rehabilitated Land
According to officials, the restoration of the land has already started yielding positive results, with cultivation activities underway on large portions of the reclaimed area. The initiative has enabled local farmers to utilize land that was previously considered unsuitable for agriculture.
Agriculture remains a key source of income for many communities in Balochistan, and the expansion of cultivable land is expected to contribute to higher crop production and improved economic conditions in the region.
Local Farmers Welcome the Initiative
Farmers in Jhal Jhao have welcomed the development, describing it as a positive step for the area’s agricultural sector. They said the availability of cultivable land is creating new employment opportunities and helping families earn a stable income through farming.
Local residents noted that increased agricultural activity is also benefiting laborers, transporters and small businesses associated with the farming sector, creating a wider economic impact beyond crop production.
Boosting Agricultural Growth in Balochistan
Officials said the Green Pakistan Initiative is focused on transforming underutilized land into productive agricultural areas through land development and improved resource management. They added that similar projects could help unlock the vast agricultural potential of Balochistan, where large tracts of land remain unused despite growing demand for food production.
The successful rehabilitation of 1,147 acres in Awaran is being seen as an important milestone in efforts to promote sustainable agriculture, support rural communities and strengthen the province’s agricultural economy.
As cultivation continues on the reclaimed land, authorities expect the initiative to contribute to long-term economic growth and create additional opportunities for farmers across the region
