PoJK farmers ditch food crops for tobacco, sparking security fears

Farmers in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) are switching from food crops like rice and vegetables to tobacco for higher profits.

Rising input costs for traditional crops are driving the shift toward tobacco cultivation in PoJK.

The trend has raised concerns over declining local food production and food security in PoJK.

Public health and environmental sustainability are also at risk due to increased tobacco farming.

Authorities in PoJK face challenges balancing economic incentives for farmers with long-term security and health impacts.