FPCCI Advisor Meets Sindh CM To Discuss Date Palm Market Development

Umer Jamshaid Published July 28, 2025 | 05:50 PM

SUKKUR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 28th Jul, 2025) Gurdas Wadhwani, Advisor to the President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), on Monday met with Sindh Chief Minister (CM) Syed Murad Ali Shah to discuss the development and revitalization of Date Palm Market in Sukkur.

During the meeting, Wadhwani highlighted the significance of Chohar Market, which is not only the largest wholesale market for dates in Pakistan but also plays a crucial role in the country's export industry, contributing over 70% of the nation's date exports.

Wadhwani presented several proposals to modernize the market, improve its infrastructure and provide basic facilities to make it a world-class trading hub.

The proposals included constructing modern facilities, enhancing basic amenities, and upgrading the market's infrastructure to meet international standards.

The CM acknowledged the importance of Chohar Market and assured Wadhwani of full cooperation in promoting and developing the market. He directed the relevant authorities to review Wadhwani's proposals and take practical steps to make the market more vibrant and effective at the national and international levels.

The meeting underscored the government's commitment to supporting key industries and trading centers in Sindh, with a focus on enhancing their competitiveness and contribution to the national economy.