LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has officially endorsed and directed the expansion of the ‘Sanjhi Sabzi’ (Shared Vegetables) project, a pioneering initiative aimed at addressing food insecurity and fostering community solidarity.
The project, which began in Muzaffargarh, involves cultivating seasonal vegetables on government-owned urban buildings and rural lands, with the produce distributed free of cost to needy citizens.
The ‘Sanjhi Sabzi’ project was initially launched in a Christian community village in Muzaffargarh, where locals voluntarily began growing vegetables for others.
The initiative has since gained momentum, with 140 plots spanning 139 kanals of land now dedicated to vegetable cultivation.
These plots are strategically located adjacent to health centers, local government offices, forest departments, educational institutions, and assistant commissioner (AC) offices in both rural and urban areas of Muzaffargarh.
The project’s success has not only provided fresh produce to vulnerable populations but has also inspired volunteer participation from residents, who are actively contributing to its growth.
Recognition and Expansion
During a recent meeting, Deputy Commissioner Muzaffargarh, Muhammad Usman Tahir Jappa, presented a detailed briefing to Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on the project’s progress and impact. Impressed by the initiative’s public welfare focus, the Chief Minister declared ‘Sanjhi Sabzi’ a model worthy of replication across Punjab.
In recognition of DC Jappa’s efforts, Chief Minister Sharif awarded him the Chief Minister Merit Badge and a cash prize of Rs. 100,000, commending his leadership in driving this transformative project.
She further directed all Deputy Commissioners in Punjab to adopt and implement the ‘Sanjhi Sabzi’ project in their respective districts.
