ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Saturday urged the nation for efforts to increase the green cover and protecting biodiversity in the Country considering it every Pakistani’s duty to preserve natural endowments for posterity.
In his message on Earth Day globally observed on April 22 ever year, the prime minister emphasized that every contribution by the citizens, no matter how small, would make a difference.
The prime minister reiterated his government’s firm commitment and resolve to protect the environment and conserve Pakistan’s natural resources in collaboration with the provincial and regional governments.
Nawaz Sharif expressed confidence that the Green Pakistan Programme would facilitate fast track achievement of the core objectives in Pakistan of celebrating the “Earth Day” through collaboration between the government and the civil society.
Earth Day is annually observed worldwide to celebrate the planet’s environment and raise public awareness about pollution. The day is observed worldwide with rallies, conferences, outdoor activities and service projects.
