Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that the provincial government is taking practical measures to improve the welfare of farmers and create employment opportunities for young people.

Addressing the balloting ceremony of the "Apna Khet Apna Rozgar" scheme in Lahore today, she said the agriculture sector plays a vital role in Pakistan's economy and remains a key driver of economic growth.

The Chief Minister said 30,000 beneficiaries will benefit from the "Apna Khet Apna Rozgar" scheme.