Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said that all cultivable government land in Punjab will be given to farmers on a 10 year lease. Each farmer will receive 5 acres under the new program. The move aims to support small and landless farmers and boost agricultural production.

At the same event, “CM Green Tractor Program phase 3” was formally launched. Maryam Nawaz conducted the balloting herself and congratulated successful farmers. She even called some of the lucky winners personally.

While speaking to farmer Hamza Liaqat from Bahawalpur, she said, “آپ کی سی ایم مریم نواز بول رہی ہوں ، قرعہ اندازی میں آپ کا ٹریکٹر نکل آیا مبارک ہو” The moment created excitement among farmers present at the ceremony.

Maryam Nawaz said the Green Tractor Scheme is changing the agricultural landscape of Punjab. She added that Pakistan Muslim League N has always focused on farmers’ welfare.

Provincial Agriculture Minister Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani briefed that 427,000 farmers owning 5 acres applied for phase 3. He said tractor prices in Pakistan have more than doubled in the last five years, making it difficult for small and medium farmers to afford new machines.

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Officials shared that two phases of the scheme have already been completed and 21,000 tractors distributed. Now, 10,000 more tractors of 50 to 65 horsepower will be given.

The minister added that Punjab has only 140 tractors per 10,000 acres, which is nearly 50 percent lower compared to other countries. Rising prices have made tractors unaffordable for many farmers.

This step could bring real change if implemented fairly. Free land for 10 years can help small farmers stand on their feet. Cheap tractors can improve productivity. But strict monitoring will be needed. If transparency is ensured, rural economy may grow faster.