Gilgit Baltistan Wheat Seed Subsidy Scheme Announced Full Details Here

Gilgit Baltistan Wheat Seed Subsidy Scheme

The Gilgit-Baltistan government has launched a scheme to provide certified wheat seeds to local farmers at a 50 percent subsidy. An online portal has also been introduced for this purpose. The project is expected to cost 140 million rupees. Parveen Usman Ahmed, Secretary for Livestock and Fisheries in Gilgit-Baltistan, stated that the regional government has taken another step toward making the area self-sufficient in the agricultural sector and ensuring the welfare of local farmers, through which subsidies will be provided to the people.

In line with the Chief Minister’s vision for the agriculture sector and acting upon his special directives, the government is providing high-quality, certified wheat seeds to farmers across the entire region at a 50 percent subsidy.

Covered Districts

• Gilgit — Quota: 2000
• Hunza — Quota: 150
• Nagar — Quota: 1000
• Skardu — Quota: 2500
• Ghanche — Quota: 500
• Shigar — Quota: 1800
• Kharmang — Quota: 200
• Astore — Quota: 1000
• Diamer — Quota: 3500
• Ghizer — Quota: 1500

Wheat Subsidy Registration Announcement

He stated that high-quality, certified wheat seeds will be procured from Punjab and distributed equitably among farmers across all districts of Gilgit-Baltistan.

Mr. Ahmed mentioned that the Agriculture Department of Gilgit-Baltistan has introduced an online portal, enabling farmers to obtain seeds at subsidized rates through a simple and transparent process. He further added that those unable to use the online portal can register by contacting the Deputy Director of Agriculture or the local Agriculture Office in their respective districts.

Wheat Subsidy Online Apply Method

• To register, first visit the official portal provided by the Government of Gilgit-Baltistan.
• Next, click on the “Apply Now” button. Enter your full name, the name of your father or husband, and your National Identity Card (NIC) number.
• Then, provide your phone number, as well as the names of your Tehsil, District, Union Council, and village. Specify the location of your land/farm.
• Indicate the total available land (in Kanals) and the area that was under wheat cultivation last year.
• Specify the number of 50kg seed bags required, confirm road access to the land, and indicate water availability. You will also need to upload a copy of your National Identity Card.
• After completing these steps, click the “Submit Application” button.
• Your application will then be reviewed; if it is accepted, you will receive a call.

Source: Distribution of Wheat Seed