PTI Calls for⁣ Farmers Protest Amid ⁣Agriculture Sector Concerns

⁤ ​ Updated June 12, 2025
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The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf ⁣(PTI) has voiced ⁢strong​ criticism of the government’s handling of the agriculture⁤ sector, calling for farmers to mobilize for ‍a decisive protest movement. PTI leaders made these statements at a⁢ farmers’ convention held Wednesday, following the declaration of the federal budget.

While the government announced measures⁣ in the budget,⁣ including the decision not to ⁢impose a general sales tax (GST)‌ on fertilizers and pesticides, ‍farmers have deemed these steps insufficient, especially given‌ the sector’s recent struggles.Last year saw a 13.5% reduction in major crop output,impacting⁢ overall GDP⁢ growth.

Barrister Gohar Khan, PTI‍ chairman, addressed the convention‍ along with Secretary General Salman Akram Raja and Central data Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram. Gohar Khan ​emphasized the agriculture sector’s vital role‌ in the ​economy⁣ and​ the need for modernization to ensure food security. He promised that the PTI would combat‌ the⁤ exploitation of growers⁤ and ensure their concerns ​are​ included in future budgets. The PTI is focusing on ​agriculture sector support, farmers rights, and protesting government policies.

Akram accused the Punjab government​ of targeting‍ farmers who supported Imran Khan and⁣ the PTI‍ in the last elections. ⁢He⁢ stated that Khan⁢ could call for protests at any ⁤time⁤ and ‌that the nation has rejected the federal budget.

mr Gohar‍ vowed that PTI ⁢would‍ not tolerate ⁤the exploitation of farmers and assured that the party’s elected representatives “would leave no stone unturned in ‌ensuring that farmers’ recommendations are incorporated into ⁤the budgets”.

What’s next

The PTI ⁣plans to continue advocating​ for farmers’ rights​ and is prepared to launch a protest movement if⁤ the​ government does not address their concerns. The party aims to ⁢transform Pakistan into a welfare state, addressing issues such as poverty and education.