Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced that Kissan Cards will be available at Bank of Punjab branches starting August 10, as the printing of 250,000 cards is currently in progress.
In a meeting chaired by Agriculture Secretary Iftikhar Ali Sahoo, it was revealed that the verification of 100,000 applicants has been completed, and new applications are being received.
From October 15, Kissan card holders will be able to purchase fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides at discounted prices.
Mr. Sahoo mentioned that the cards would be distributed on a "first come, first served" basis, as 275,000 farmers have applied so far.
