LAHORE – On behalf of Punjab Chief Minister, Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman inaugurated the field operations for the 7th Agricultural Census 2024 during a formal ceremony at the CM House.
Speaking at the occasion, the minister announced the launch of the census in collaboration with the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.
The census, titled “Integrated Digital Count,” marks a significant step toward leveraging digital technology to gather comprehensive data on Punjab’s agricultural resources. Utilizing the Geographical Information System (GIS), real-time monitoring will ensure accuracy and transparency in the data collection process.
This census, scheduled from January 1 to February 10, 2025, will focus on collecting data on agricultural lands, crops, livestock, and machinery. The digital approach aims to modernize the agricultural sector, address existing challenges, and enhance policy-making for sustainable development.
The minister emphasized Punjab’s critical role in Pakistan’s agriculture, highlighting its 29.4 million acres of cultivated land. He noted that agriculture contributes 24% to Punjab’s GDP and provides livelihoods to millions of farmers.
The census data will enable more effective utilization of agricultural resources and guide the formulation of policies to support farmers’ welfare and productivity improvements.
“This initiative is a milestone in Punjab’s journey toward agricultural modernization,” said the minister.
