Gilgit: The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) Pakistan and the Embassy of Denmark have partnered to launch an initiative aimed at promoting climate-resilient agriculture in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. The project is designed to strengthen food security and income stability for vulnerable mountain communities affected by the impacts of climate change.
The initiative will support the adoption of climate-smart and regenerative farming practices, improve water management systems, and promote locally viable green business models suited to mountainous environments. It is expected to directly benefit approximately 5,890 individuals and indirectly support up to 34,000 people, with particular emphasis on the inclusion of women, youth, and marginalized groups.
The agreement was signed by Maja Derrous Mortensen, Ambassador of Denmark, and Akhtar Iqbal, CEO of the Aga Khan Foundation Pakistan. Officials highlighted that the project will provide training to farmers, develop community-owned water and natural resource management systems, and empower women and youth through participation in entrepreneurship programs and micro-grant opportunities.
The project will be implemented by the Aga Khan Foundation and associated AKDN agencies, including the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), and aims to create practical and replicable models for resilient mountain agriculture.
Officials said the initiative reflects a shared commitment to addressing climate challenges in some of Pakistan’s most vulnerable regions while supporting sustainable livelihoods and food security for local communities.
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