“Earth Hour” we must move beyond symbolic messages: Aleem Khan

ISLAMABAD, Mar 28 (APP): Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan on Saturday said Pakistan stands on the frontline of the global climate crisis and called for moving beyond symbolic gestures towards meaningful and sustained environmental action.

In his message on the occasion of Earth Hour, the minister emphasized that switching off lights for an hour should serve as a reminder of the country’s collective responsibility to ensure a sustainable future, said a press release.

He said that we have personally witnessed the devastating impacts of climate change through catastrophic floods, unpredictable weather patterns and melting glaciers, all of which threaten our livelihoods.

Abdul Aleem Khan emphasized that beyond this one hour of darkness, we must commit to a vision of green infrastructure and effective connectivity in the energy sector that can safeguard our environment for future generations.

Appealing to the citizens, the minister urged them to adopt a culture of environmental protection by reducing unnecessary energy consumption, conserving water resources and supporting sustainable practices in their daily lives. He added that by incorporating climate resilience into road networks and communication corridors, efforts are underway to ensure that our infrastructure can meet future challenges while minimizing its carbon footprint.

He concluded by saying that this one hour should mark the beginning of a year-round commitment to protecting the beautiful and diverse landscape of our beloved homeland.