Central Information Secretary of Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians, Ms. Shazia Marri, has said that Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari believes strengthening the farmer means strengthening Pakistan itself.
In her statement, Shazia Marri said that Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s vision is clear — the true measure of progress lies in the prosperity of farmers. She added that during the PPP government, Pakistan moved from wheat shortage to becoming a wheat-exporting country, which was the result of farmer-friendly policies.
She said that Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has always stood by the farmers, advocating for timely procurement and fair prices. He wants to end all injustices faced by the farming community.
Highlighting the impact of climate change, Shazia Marri said that climate change poses a serious threat to every Pakistani farmer, and Bilawal Bhutto Zardari emphasizes the need for investment in sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture. He envisions a modern agricultural economy where small farmers progress through technology and access to fair markets.
She said the Pakistan Peoples Party believes that insurance, credit access, and transparent governance are essential to protect farmers from the negative effects of climate change.
Shazia Marri appreciated the government’s decision to allow wheat procurement, terming it a longstanding demand of the PPP. She added that approving the support price for wheat was also a PPP demand; however, she noted that fixing the price at Rs. 4,000 instead of Rs. 3,500 per 40kg would have been more beneficial for farmers.
She further said that reducing the income tax from 45% to 15% is an important relief measure for the farming community.
Ms. Marri said that Bilawal Bhutto Zardari rightly reminds us that no economy can be strong if its farmers are weak. Under his leadership, the Pakistan Peoples Party remains committed to respecting, empowering, and reviving the agricultural sector for a prosperous Pakistan.