“Practical training in shrimp farming will be given to youth with degrees in Fisheries, Aquaculture and Zoology,” said Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif while launching ‘Aqua Shrimp Farming Internship Program’ for the youth in Punjab. She added,”The young interns will also get a monthly stipend of Rs 50,000 for 6 months.” She highlighted,”Young Zoologists will be trained at Shrimp Farm of Fisheries Department in Muzaffargarh.”
Madam Chief Minister said,”Youngsters can apply for internships online via job portal website.” She added,”Shrimp farmers should benefit from worldwide demand.” She undeescored,”More than $1 Billion in foreign exchange can be earned through shrimp farming only on one lakh acres.”
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif said,”Barren and deserted land of South Punjab will be made usable by shrimp farming.” She added,”To encourage shrimp farming, farmers and investors will be given land, concessions and necessary equipment on lease.”
Madam Chief Minister said,” 10 to 20 thousand people can get employment opportunities with the promotion of shrimp farming.” She added,”Youth can gain self-employment and financial independence through shrimp farming.”