• October 31, 2021October 22, 2024
• agri_admin

Brief:

The Agricultural Engineering Department (AED) plays a crucial role in enhancing agricultural productivity and infrastructure protection in Balochistan. By providing affordable bulldozer services, constructing dykes, and managing floodwater, AED ensures that farmers have access to essential resources for sustainable agriculture. The department’s dedicated team and extensive fleet of machinery stand as a testament to their commitment to fostering growth and resilience in the province’s agriculture sector. AED remains steadfast in its mission to support local farmers, conserve natural resources, and mitigate the impact of natural disasters, contributing to a more prosperous and secure future for Balochistan.

The Agricultural Engineering Department (AED) operates under the Agriculture & Cooperative Department of the Government of Balochistan, led by the Worthy Secretary

Functions and Objectives

• Bulldozer Services: AED offers bulldozer services to farming communities for land leveling at subsidized rates. This essential process enhances agricultural productivity by improving water distribution, preventing erosion, and increasing crop yields.
• Dyke Construction: AED constructs dykes (Sailaba Bandats) to effectively harness rainwater runoff for irrigation, controlling runoff flow and directing it to reservoirs, ponds, or directly into fields.
• Floodwater Management: AED provides flood control services, particularly during the monsoon season, to protect infrastructure such as roads, railways, and populated areas from flood damage.

Bulldozer Services and Associated Rates

S.No	Description	Hire Charges
1	Agriculture Purpose: Cash Work for Farmers	PKR 825 per Hour
2	Agriculture Purpose: Subsidized by Government of Balochistan	PKR 350 per Hour
3	Agriculture Purpose: Through Senators/MNAs under Federal Government Program	PKR 350 per Hour
4	Flood Relief	PKR 3000 per Hour
5	Non-Agriculture Purpose	PKR 4500 per Hour

Bulldozer Strengths

S.No	District / Location	Number of Bulldozers
1	Awaran	9
2	Rakhni	8
3	Bolan	12
4	Dalbandin	6
5	Gawadar	12
6	Jhal Magsi	12
7	Kharan	8
8	Kohlu	12
9	Khuzdar	24
10	Loralai	9
11	Musa Khail	6
12	Mustung	10
13	D.M Jamali	9
14	Nushki	6
15	Pishin	16
16	Panjgur	15
17	Killa Saifullah	8
18	Quetta	14
19	Sibbi	8
20	Turbat	28
21	Uthal	13
22	Washuk	6
23	Ziarat	9
24	Ahob	9
25	Kalat	7
26	Surab	6
27	Sherani	5
28	Jafferabad	5
29	Harnai	6
30	Dera Bughti	10
31	Killa Abdullah	12
32	Sohbat Pur	3
33	Dukki	4
Total		327

Human Resources Responsible

S.No	Nomenclature	BPS	Number of Positions
1	Director General	20	1
2	Director Farm Mechanization	20	1
3	Director Head Quarter	19	1
4	Superintending Engineer	19	14
5	Agricultural Engineer	18	48
6	Assistant Agricultural Engineer, Computer Programmer, Account Officer, Administrative Officer, Assistant Director Claims, Audit Officer, Store Officer, Senior Workshop Superintendents	17	223
7	Computer Operator, Workshop Superintendent, Store Verifier, Store Officer, Security Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer, Superintendent, Audit Officer	16	82
8	Miscellaneous, Contract, Part Time	1-15	2608
Total			2978