Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a major agricultural relief package, including interest-free loans and increased financial support for farmers.
The announcement came on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, as Maryam dedicated her birthday to Punjab’s farming community.
During a meeting with farmers’ representatives, she introduced several initiatives aimed at improving agricultural productivity and reducing financial difficulties.
Farmers to Receive Interest-Free Loans Up to Rs10 Million
Under the new package, farmers will receive interest-free loans of up to Rs10 million.
Loans reaching Rs30 million will carry a two percent interest rate, while loans up to Rs50 million will have a five percent rate.
Maryam also announced plans to establish the province’s first dedicated agricultural bank.
The proposed institution will provide easier access to financing and additional agricultural facilities.
One Million Farmers to Benefit From Increased Financial Support
The government will increase the per-acre loan allocation for fertilizer purchases by Rs3,500 under the farmer financing card scheme.
Approximately one million farmers are expected to benefit from the initiative.
Maryam also promised to ensure implementation of the wheat support price of Rs4,500.
She emphasized the importance of modern agricultural machinery, water conservation, and improving crop yields.
The government is also continuing work on its Green Tractor Scheme.
Maryam Nawaz Inaugurates Development Projects
Separately, the chief minister inaugurated development projects worth billions of rupees in Mandi Bahauddin.
The government allocated Rs9.8 billion for construction and rehabilitation of the Gujrat-Sargodha Road.
Beautification projects in Saddar Bazaar and Old Ghalla Mandi have also been completed.
Maryam later visited the historic Chillianwala battle memorial.
