Week-9 Current issues and problems of rural development and extension work in Pakistan

Current issues and problems of rural development and extension work in Pakistan

The village Agricultural and Industrial Development (Village-Aid) programme was initiated in 1953 to work through community development centers. Major weaknesses of the programme were: lack of cooperation between the village Aid organizations and the other nation building departments. Different governments tried various programs.The present rural development activities in Pakistan are completely enveloped by the local councils, represented by the elected representatives. Efforts undertaken have helped in bringing improvements in establishing infrastructure such as roads. However, diversification towards health, education and human resource development activities have not ensured broad based participation of rural communities. In summary, formulation, planning, organization and implementation of rural uplift or development activities in Pakistan have remained more man than community-centered.

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