RAWALPINDI, Mar 03 (APP): Commissioner Rawalpindi Engineer Aamir Khattak on Tuesday said the pilot programme of the Green Youth Ambassadors initiative would be launched in Rawalpindi and Murree districts to equip students with environmental literacy and practical skills for sustainable development.
Chairing a meeting at the Municipal Corporation Office, the commissioner said the initiative aimed to raise awareness among students about environmental protection, sustainable development and green initiatives while engaging them in positive and constructive activities.
The commissioner said the programme was a flagship component of the Punjab chief minister’s “Plant for Pakistan” drive and would enable young people to play an active role in environment-friendly initiatives.
During the meeting, details of the pilot project were shared with participants. The Chief Conservator of Forests informed the meeting that the initiative would provide hands-on training in forestry, environmental management and conservation, enabling the younger generation to address emerging environmental challenges effectively.
It was said that the pilot project would initially be implemented in Rawalpindi and Murree and later expanded to other districts. The core components of the programme include youth engagement in constructive activities, environmental conservation, protection of natural resources, community engagement and public participation.
The Forest Department also sought funding for the programme. The commissioner directed the Additional Commissioner (Coordination) to forward the summary so that the required resources could be arranged and the initiative implemented successfully.
Additional Commissioner (Coordination) Zainia Humayun, Chief Conservator Forests, representatives of Guzara Forest and other relevant officers attended the meeting.