Ferdi Kurt proposes district-based festivals to boost Batman economy

Ferdi Kurt, candidate for President of the Batman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BATSO), has announced a strategic project centered on district-based thematic economy and culture festivals. The initiative aims to transform the unique production and cultural values of Batman’s districts into economic assets under a unified ‘Batman Brand.’

The proposed plan identifies specific themes for various districts: strawberries and honey in Sason, Mezrone grapes in Gercüş, modern agricultural technologies in Beşiri, local handicrafts in Kozluk, and water sports and faith tourism in Hasankeyf. The festival schedule is intended to be aligned with TÜİK data and harvest analyses from the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry.

Beyond cultural celebration, the project seeks to create commercial platforms that connect local producers with national and international buyers. Key objectives include developing digital and physical sales channels, supporting geographical indication processes, and providing mobile consultancy services to BATSO members within their respective districts.