On the special directives of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Agriculture, Major (Retd.) Sajjad Barkwal, and Secretary Agriculture, Dr. Ambar Ali Khan, an Emergency Control Room has been activated at the Bureau of Agriculture Information, Peshawar, effective from August 15, to facilitate and guide farmers.
Recent rains and floods have caused severe damage to crops and farmlands across various districts of the province. In view of this situation, farmers can report any agricultural losses or problems to the Emergency Control Room. For this purpose, a dedicated helpline 0348-1117070 has been issued, where staff is available round-the-clock (24/7) to provide guidance and assistance.
Officials of the Agriculture Extension Department stated that in this difficult time, the department stands firmly with the farming community and will extend all possible support to resolve their issues. The control room will remain fully operational to ensure immediate redressal of farmers’ problems and to facilitate them effectively.