CHANDIGARH: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann claimed that his sustained push to attract global investment is beginning to yield tangible results, with South Korea stepping forward to extend technological support to Punjab’s agriculture sector.
Following the Chief Minister’s recent visit to South Korea, a delegation from the country held detailed discussions in Chandigarh on cooperation in smart farming, advanced agricultural machinery and biotechnology, reflecting strong interest in partnering Punjab as it moves towards technology-based solutions for small farmers.
The Chief Minister emphasised that South Korea’s vertical farming models and expertise in automation, seed technology and small agricultural machinery can play a decisive role in making farming a profitable and future-ready profession in the state, a positive outlook that was warmly welcomed by the visiting delegation.
Sharing a few snippets from the meeting on X, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated: “Today in Chandigarh, a meeting was held with a delegation from the Republic of Korea. Comprehensive discussions were held on smart farming, agricultural machinery, and biotechnology. The primary goal is on enhancing mutual cooperation between Punjab and South Korea to make agriculture a profitable enterprise. The delegation also appreciated Punjab’s rich heritage and the conducive working environment. Additionally, the Korean Delegation was warmly invited to participate in the Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026, scheduled to be held in Mohali from 13 to 15 March 2026.”
Interacting with a visiting delegation from South Korea, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated “Punjab is predominantly an agrarian state and has played a historic role in making the country self-reliant in food production.” He noted, however, that shrinking landholdings had made agriculture increasingly unviable for small and marginal farmers, adding, “Because of fragmentation of land, farming is no longer a profitable venture for a large section of our farmers.”