Detailed

discussion held on Punjab’s agricultural system, farmers’ issues and

development of the farming sector

Ludhiana, 22 June (H.S.): BJP national president Nitin

Nabin met noted agricultural economist and Padma Bhushan awardee Dr. Sardara

Singh Johl at his residence in Ludhiana on Monday, the last day of his Punjab

visit. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on Punjab’s

agricultural system, issues related to farmers, crop diversification and the

overall development of the agriculture sector.

Nitin Nabin, who was on a three-day visit to

Punjab, discussed several important issues related to agriculture with Dr.

Johl. He said Dr. Sardara Singh Johl is one of the country’s leading

agricultural economists. As the Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural

University and Chairman of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices,

Dr. Johl played an important role in shaping the country’s agricultural

policies.

Nabin said Dr. Johl has also made a

significant contribution in the field of crop diversification and agricultural

reforms. During the meeting, the two discussed the challenges being faced by

farmers in Punjab, increasing pressure on traditional farming, the need for

crop diversification and ways to strengthen the agriculture sector.

Nitin

Nabin said agriculture plays a crucial role in Punjab’s economy and there is a

need for a strong policy and visionary approach to resolve farmers’ issues.

Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon and state general secretary Anil Sarin

were also present during the meeting.

Hindusthan Samachar / GURSHARAN SINGH