CM Mann: AI Crucial for Punjab Agriculture Revival, Boosting Farmers' Income

• Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann emphasized AI's necessity to revive agriculture and increase farmers' income, citing traditional farming's unprofitability.
• He noted Punjab's significant role in the Green Revolution led to soil and water depletion, and declining farm incomes.
• Mann highlighted AI's potential to help farmers select suitable crops and timing for maximum productivity and profits, reducing pressure on natural resources.
• The CM detailed government initiatives including uninterrupted power for irrigation, highest sugarcane price in the country (Rs 416/quintal), and direct payments for wheat and paddy procurement.
• He mentioned increased canal irrigation from 21 lakh to 58 lakh acres and a Rs 1,300-crore JICA project to expand horticulture.