Following are the objectives of P&E Cell:
- Selection and identification of projects in the agriculture sector both in extension and field areas to be financed by internal and external resources after conducting necessary feasibility studies and population groups for removing disparities and causing overall agricultural development
- Preparation of draft position reports for the consideration of aid giving agencies
- Formulation of projects for aid giving agencies and take up with them all necessary steps in order to materialize the availability of loan for the implementation of the project
- Assisting the different wings of agriculture department in formulation / preparation of foreign aided projects
- Project monitoring, evaluation and follow up of the approved projects (approved by PDWP)
- Writing up of special evaluation reports for the projects which are behind the schedule
- Maintenance of up to date and complete agricultural statistics
- Providing guidelines based on sound data for proper policy decisions, planning and execution of various programs relating to agriculture development
- Strengthening of the planning efforts in the agriculture sector through coordination and arranging training facilities of Cell's personnel (engaged in planning work)
- To formulate the development program on the basis priorities laid down by (Economic Study Cell) to develop different sectors of Agriculture Department
- To undertake Bench Mark Survey and such studies which would be essential for the appraisal / evaluation of the project
- To employ local consultants in specific policy matters, project preparation / feasibility reports