In a significant move to support agricultural education, the Sindh government has announced the provision of interest-free loans to students of the Agricultural University Tando Jam. This initiative aims to empower young individuals pursuing agricultural studies by easing their financial burdens and encouraging entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector.
The announcement was made by Sindh Minister of Agriculture, Sardar Bakhsh Mehr, who emphasized the importance of equipping the youth with the necessary resources to start their own agricultural businesses. “Students who receive agricultural education through these interest-free loans will have the opportunity to launch their own agricultural enterprises,” said Mehr.
The Minister highlighted the growing challenges posed by climate change, noting that agriculture is one of the sectors most affected. “Climate change has become a significant problem, with its biggest impact being on agriculture. By supporting our young agricultural students, we are investing in the future of our agricultural sector,” he added.
To facilitate this initiative, the Department of Agriculture at the Agricultural University Tando Jam has been tasked with developing a mechanism to effectively provide these interest-free loans to students. This measure is part of a broader strategy to enhance agricultural education and innovation in Sindh.
Additionally, the Sindh government has commenced work on the “Hari Card” project, which aims to further support the agricultural community. The specifics of this project are yet to be detailed, but it underscores the government’s commitment to addressing the needs of farmers and agricultural students alike.
