Revolutionary Steps Afoot To Modernize Livestock Sector In Balochistan: Mitha Khan
Mohammad Ali (@ChaudhryMAli88) Published March 08, 2021 | 09:41 PM
Balochistan Minister for Livestock Mitha Khan Kakar Monday said the revolutionary steps were being taken to develop the Livestock Department on modern basis in order to increase the provincial economy
QUETTA, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 8th Mar, 2021 ) :Balochistan Minister for Livestock Mitha Khan Kakar Monday said the revolutionary steps were being taken to develop the Livestock Department on modern basis in order to increase the provincial economy.
He expressed these views while addressing the closing ceremony of the annual Sibi Mela 2021. Livestock Secretary Muhammad Tayyab Lahri, Livestock Department Director General Kamran Akhtar, Animal Health Director General Ghulam Rasool Taj, Director General of Farms Abdul Hameed Mastoi, Sibi Deputy Commissioner Syed Zahid Shah, Sardarzada Dinar Khan Domki, Nawabzada Haroon Khan Raisani, Lt. Col. Bilal Ahmed Jadoon, SSP Sibi Khalid Mustafa Korai, Assistant Commissioner Sibi Sana Mah Jabeen Imrani, Divisional Director Animal Affairs Sibi Dr. Jan Muhammad Safi and other were present.
Mitha Khan Kakar said the annual Sibi Mela was celebrated on a limited scale in view of the coronavirus, adding, however it would be celebrated with great enthusiasm in next year after copping the deadly virus in the province.
He said the Department of Livestock is the backbone of the provincial economy while present government was taking all possible steps for the development of this sector and for the treatment of animals.
He said earlier only Rs 30 million was set aside annually for the treatment of animals which was very little amount.
He said with his personal efforts, this fund has been increased to Rs 360 million while next year it would be further enhanced up to Rs 500 million.
Mitha Khan said the importance of complete care of animals and protection from diseases was so significant, adding that healthy and delicious meat would be exported to foreign countries which would be of immense benefit to cattlemen as well as to the province and the country.
He said about 600 motorcycles would be given to the officials of Livestock Department so that they could go to the areas and ensure the supply of medicines and vaccinations to the animals.
Livestock Secretary Muhammad Tayyab Lahri also highlighted the importance of Livestock and improvement of the same sector.
Minister Mitha Khan Kakar and Secretary Lehri inspected the cattle market in detail along with other district and administrative officers.
Related Topics
Recent Stories
Saka and Odegaard start for Arsenal, Guerreiro in Bayern midfield
Qatar PM says re-evaluating Israel-Hamas mediation role
Govt spokesperson terms allegations of PTI's Marwat against Saudi Arabia 'heinou ..
Minister appreciate UAE’s support for Pakistan economic challenges
Manchester City v Real Madrid Champions League starting line-ups
MIGA's support Pakistan in attracting foreign investments: Federal Minister for ..
Walker returns to captain Man City for Real Madrid clash
Action taken against price list violations in Khanewal district
DC chairs review meeting of DEG
Turkey accuses Israel's Netanyahu of using war 'to stay in power'
Pakistan ranked 5th most vulnerable country to climate change. Tirmizi
Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round
More Stories From Pakistan
-
Govt spokesperson terms allegations of PTI's Marwat against Saudi Arabia 'heinous attempt'
1 hour ago -
Action taken against price list violations in Khanewal district
1 hour ago -
DC chairs review meeting of DEG
1 hour ago -
Govt to ensure timely water supply in backward areas of Sindh: Jam Shoro
2 hours ago -
Bilawal condemns attack on PPP candidate in Bajaur
1 hour ago -
PRCS observed World Hemophilia Day
1 hour ago
-
Rain forecast across Kashmir on April 18th-19th
1 hour ago -
Local trader killed after abduction
1 hour ago -
Commissioner Karachi chairs meeting on civic problems
2 hours ago -
Blind murder traced, 5 including constable arrested
2 hours ago -
Sindh govt to introduce non-formal education system to facilitate 2 million out of school children
3 hours ago -
Mayor Karachi imposes rain emergency in view of rain forecast: COO KWSC
3 hours ago