CM directs to achieve cotton production targets.

LAHORE -- Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi presided over a meeting at CM office in which progress with regard to cotton sowing was reviewed.

Mohsin Naqvi directed to achieve cotton sowing and production targets under every circumstances.

It was decided during the meeting that farmers yielding more cotton production, would be awarded cash prizes and the relevant staff would be encouraged in achieving the requisite cotton sowing target. The meeting decided that the cotton farmers should not face shortage of any essential item including water, seeds and manure during cotton sowing.

Addressing the meeting, the CM said "We have to achieve the cotton sowing target and completely looking after cotton fields is essential as well.' He directed prevention of water theft incidents and assured provision of water required for cotton fields.

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