Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab

Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab The Planning and Development Board, Government of the Punjab is the Principal Planning Organization of the Province.

The Government of the Punjab accords the highest priority to the socio-economic development of the people. The Planning & Development Department is mainly responsible for advising the government on development policy and planning. The Department is making focused interventions for poverty alleviation and human development as well as accelerating economic growth and infrastructural development. Pub

lic participation, decentralization and targeted outcomes remain the hallmark of these efforts. In accordance with the priorities of the government, several overarching themes have emerged in the development planning recently. These include sustainability of development initiatives, balancing development by according priority to lesser privileged areas, extension of social coverage and creating supportive environment for private sector led growth. Some new practices including introduction of Medium Term Development Framework and setting up of special projects for fiscal, social and governance reforms have been institutionalized to support development in these areas. The Planning & Development Department remains committed to a development strategy that fulfills the needs and aspirations of the people. It also remains open to discussion and dissemination of ideas and information. This website provides a vehicle for such an engagement. I am convinced that it will not only keep the public informed of the current development activities and performance but will also contribute to the formulation of a comprehensive development strategy reflecting public views and preferences.

P&D Board Reviews Additional Financing for PRIAT (Punjab Resilient and Inclusive Agriculture Transformation Project) wit...
21/08/2026

P&D Board Reviews Additional Financing for PRIAT (Punjab Resilient and Inclusive Agriculture Transformation Project) with World Bank

Secretary P&D Board Punjab, Rafaqat Ali, chaired a meeting with the World Bank Appraisal Mission to review proposed additional financing and scope expansion under PRIAT.

The discussion covered implementation progress, results framework, disbursement planning, and coordination required for timely rollout of the additional components.

The Secretary reaffirmed Punjab’s commitment to resilient and inclusive agriculture and directed relevant departments to ensure full cooperation.

P&D Board Reviews Revised PC-I for Wildlife Hospital at Safari Zoo, LahoreA Pre-PDWP meeting chaired by Ms. Nadia Shafiq...
21/08/2026

P&D Board Reviews Revised PC-I for Wildlife Hospital at Safari Zoo, Lahore

A Pre-PDWP meeting chaired by Ms. Nadia Shafiq, Member Environment & Climate Change, P&D Board Punjab, reviewed the 1st Revised PC-I for establishing a State-of-the-Art Wildlife Hospital at Safari Zoo, Lahore.

Capt. (R) Muhammad Waseem, DG Wildlife & Parks Punjab, briefed the forum on the project’s revised scope, cost implications, and operational requirements.

The proposed facility is designed to enhance specialized wildlife healthcare, rescue and emergency response, while developing professional veterinary capacity to better care for captive and rescued wildlife across Punjab.

Annual Review of Previous Year & 1st ADP MeetingThe meeting, chaired by Dr. Farrukh Naveed, reviewed the progress of pre...
21/08/2026

Annual Review of Previous Year & 1st ADP Meeting

The meeting, chaired by Dr. Farrukh Naveed, reviewed the progress of previous and current year’s Annual Development Programme (ADP) and Other Development Programme (ODP) development schemes.

• Previous Year Review: Physical and financial progress of development schemes was reviewed.
• Current ADP & ODP Review: Progress, targets, fund utilization, and implementation issues were discussed.
• Way Forward: Departments were directed to ensure timely completion and resolve pending issues.

Consultation Held with ADB Mission on Agriculture Sector SupportA consultation meeting with the Asian Development Bank (...
19/08/2026

Consultation Held with ADB Mission on Agriculture Sector Support

A consultation meeting with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Mission was held at the Planning & Development Board, Punjab, chaired by Aslam Javed, Member Agriculture, P&D Board.

Key Highlights:
• Discussion on the proposed US$3.8 million Technical Assistance and collaboration to modernize agriculture & strengthen value chains in Punjab
• Key focus areas: climate resilience, water productivity, digitalization & post-harvest infrastructure
• Proposed Punjab Water Productivity and Agri-Food Transformation Project (P-WAT) also reviewed
• Both sides reaffirmed commitment to a modern & sustainable agriculture sector in Punjab

PSSB Reviews Nominations for International Capacity-Building OpportunitiesChaired by Mr. Ashar Iqbal Khan, Additional Se...
18/08/2026

PSSB Reviews Nominations for International Capacity-Building Opportunities

Chaired by Mr. Ashar Iqbal Khan, Additional Secretary (Admin), P&D Board Punjab, the Provincial Special Selection Board (PSSB) reviewed nominations of officers for international trainings, scholarships, and deputations offered by development partners and international institutions.

Nominations were evaluated on:

* Merit and relevance.
* Seniority and past performance.
* Potential to enhance professional expertise and institutional capacity.

The Chair highlighted the importance of international exposure in learning global best practices and supporting reforms in Punjab. The Board concluded with recommendations of suitable officers for these opportunities.

Second Development Talks Between P&D Board Punjab and FCDO Advance UK–Punjab PartnershipChaired by Dr. Naeem Rauf, Chair...
18/08/2026

Second Development Talks Between P&D Board Punjab and FCDO Advance UK–Punjab Partnership

Chaired by Dr. Naeem Rauf, Chairman P&D Board Punjab, the second round of Development Talks reviewed previous commitments and progress across four priority areas:

* Education: Girls’ education, out-of-school children data, education research, and skills accreditation.
* Health: Family planning, nursing and midwifery reforms, and the Evidence for Health (E4H) Programme.
* Climate Resilience: Water resource accountability, disaster resilience, and the Climate Investment Fund.
* Growth: Sub-national governance, revenue mobilization, and sustainable economic development.

The Chairman appreciated FCDO’s continued support and reaffirmed Punjab Government’s commitment to deeper cooperation for inclusive, sustainable, and evidence-based development.

FAO and Government of Punjab Sign MoU for Data-Driven Climate, Water and Agriculture PlanningThe Food and Agriculture Or...
17/08/2026

FAO and Government of Punjab Sign MoU for Data-Driven Climate, Water and Agriculture Planning

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Government of Punjab formalized a partnership to establish the Agriculture, Climate and Water (ACWA) Punjab Consortium.

The initiative will:

* Bring climate, agriculture and water information together through the ACWA Portal.

* Support evidence-based planning, investment decisions and natural resource management.

* Improve coordination among Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab,Punjab Agriculture department, Punjab Irrigation Department , Environment Protection and Climate Change Department and Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB).
* Strengthen climate-resilient agriculture, water security and institutional capacity across Punjab.

The partnership is being implemented under the Green Climate Fund-supported “Transforming the Indus Basin with Climate Resilient Agriculture and Water Management” project, co-financed by the Governments of Punjab and Sindh, with FAO providing technical support.

The first consortium meeting also included a demonstration of the ACWA Portal and discussions on its operational arrangements and future development.

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Global Breastfeeding Week 2026: Investing in a Healthier Start for Every ChildOn Global Breastfeeding Week 2026, the Pla...
12/08/2026

Global Breastfeeding Week 2026: Investing in a Healthier Start for Every Child

On Global Breastfeeding Week 2026, the Planning & Development Board, Government of Punjab, reaffirms its commitment to creating an enabling environment where every mother receives the support she needs to breastfeed successfully.

Key areas of focus include:

* Integrating breastfeeding support into development planning and financing.
* Promoting supportive workplace policies and social protection.
* Strengthening health systems to better support mothers and children.

Investing in breastfeeding means investing in healthier children, stronger families, and a more sustainable future for Punjab.

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