CM Sarfraz Bugti calls for environmental protection on World Environment Day

QUETTA, Jun 05 (APP): Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfraz Bugti, on the occasion of World Environment Day, emphasized that protecting the environment is essential for human survival, economic growth, and the secure future of coming generations.

The chief minister said that climate change, water scarcity, and increasing pressure on natural resources demand collective action. He noted that the theme of World Environment Day holds particular importance for Balochistan, a province severely affected by drought and environmental challenges.

Sarfraz Bugti highlighted that the impacts of climate change are clearly visible in Balochistan, making the promotion of eco-friendly policies a pressing need. He described the Juniper forests of Ziarat, national parks, and rare wildlife as the province’s valuable natural assets, stressing that their protection is a shared responsibility for preserving identity and safeguarding future generations.

He warned that deforestation, illegal hunting, plastic pollution, and water scarcity pose serious threats to the ecosystem, and failure to address these challenges in time could affect agriculture, the economy, and public health.

The CM added that under the Green Balochistan Program, tree plantation campaigns are being made more effective, while special projects are underway for the protection and restoration of Ziarat’s globally renowned Juniper forests. He added that the provincial government is also focusing on wildlife conservation, water projects, and dam construction to ensure sustainable development.

Sarfraz Bugti underscored that strict implementation of laws banning plastic bags and single-use plastics is being ensured to reduce pollution. He urged citizens to adopt an environment-friendly lifestyle, plant at least one tree per household, and take responsibility for its care.

He stressed that water is Balochistan’s most precious national asset, and preventing its wastage is a collective duty. The provincial government, he said, is utilizing all resources to establish a green, clean, and eco-friendly Balochistan.