India, May 14 -- The border districts in Punjab, crucial for national security and regional stability, are witnessing better infrastructure, healthcare, education, skill development, and employment opportunities after Centre's initiatives approved in 2025 such as the Border Area Development Programme and the Vibrant Villages Programme-II.

Several villages across districts such as Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Gurdaspur, and Pathankot have better irrigation systems and more access to local markets. In a major relief, farmers now have access to more fertile land after the Centre shifted border fencing closer to the Zero line. In Ferozepur, skill training programmes have helped sections of the youth find opportunities in small dairy and ...