Gilgit-Baltistan Launches Rs50 Million Trout Farming Project
Gilgit-Baltistan has launched a Rs50 million trout farming project in District Ghizer to strengthen food security and support economic growth in the region.
The initiative is part of broader efforts aimed at expanding fisheries and improving agricultural productivity. According to official reports, Rs22.8 million has been allocated for the project during the current fiscal year.
Authorities expect the programme to boost fish production and provide livelihood opportunities for local communities. The project is among several development initiatives focused on enhancing food.
The regional government is also implementing an Rs80 million project aimed at conserving local fish species and promoting food, nutrition, and livelihood security.
An amount of Rs2.97 million has been allocated for the initiative during the current year. Another project worth Rs30 million seeks to improve rural livelihoods and food security in District Ghizer through the adoption of modern agricultural techniques.
The programme has received Rs5.3 million in annual funding. Officials say these projects are part of a wider strategy to strengthen agriculture and fisheries.
Several nutrition-related initiatives are also underway in Gilgit-Baltistan to improve dietary standards and support vulnerable groups.
These programmes complement ongoing investments in agriculture and fisheries. The Food Fortification Programme has a total cost of Rs99 million, with Rs5.5 million allocated for current activities.
Meanwhile, the School Meal Programme for female primary schools carries a total outlay of Rs112.7 million and has received Rs6.5 million this year. In addition, the Gilgit-Baltistan Scaling Up Nutrition Programme Phase-II is being implemented.
Gilgit-Baltistan's development priorities reflect the region's unique ecological and geographical conditions, with a strong emphasis on food and nutrition security. Investments in fisheries, agriculture, and early childhood development remain key areas of focus.
Officials believe these programmes will contribute to sustainable economic growth while improving the livelihoods of local communities. Expanding trout farming is viewed as an important step towards increasing food production and income generation.
Gilgit-Baltistan has launched a Rs50 million trout farming project in District Ghizer to strengthen food security and support economic growth in the region.
Gilgit-Baltistan has launched a Rs50 million trout farming project in District Ghizer to strengthen food security and support economic growth in the region.
The initiative is part of broader efforts aimed at expanding fisheries and improving agricultural productivity. According to official reports, Rs22.8 million has been allocated for the project during the current fiscal year.
Authorities expect the programme to boost fish production and provide livelihood opportunities for local communities. The project is among several development initiatives focused on enhancing food.
The regional government is also implementing an Rs80 million project aimed at conserving local fish species and promoting food, nutrition, and livelihood security.
An amount of Rs2.97 million has been allocated for the initiative during the current year. Another project worth Rs30 million seeks to improve rural livelihoods and food security in District Ghizer through the adoption of modern agricultural techniques.
The programme has received Rs5.3 million in annual funding. Officials say these projects are part of a wider strategy to strengthen agriculture and fisheries.
Several nutrition-related initiatives are also underway in Gilgit-Baltistan to improve dietary standards and support vulnerable groups.
These programmes complement ongoing investments in agriculture and fisheries. The Food Fortification Programme has a total cost of Rs99 million, with Rs5.5 million allocated for current activities.
Meanwhile, the School Meal Programme for female primary schools carries a total outlay of Rs112.7 million and has received Rs6.5 million this year. In addition, the Gilgit-Baltistan Scaling Up Nutrition Programme Phase-II is being implemented.
Gilgit-Baltistan's development priorities reflect the region's unique ecological and geographical conditions, with a strong emphasis on food and nutrition security. Investments in fisheries, agriculture, and early childhood development remain key areas of focus.
Officials believe these programmes will contribute to sustainable economic growth while improving the livelihoods of local communities. Expanding trout farming is viewed as an important step towards increasing food production and income generation.
