Muhammad Rehan
Dera Ismail Khan: A tree plantation campaign was formally launched in Tehsil Paharpur under the “Green Enrollment Campaign” during a dignified ceremony held at Dhakki LTRC.
District Forest Officer Amin-ul-Salam attended the event as the chief guest and inaugurated the campaign by planting a sapling. On this occasion, Sub-Divisional Education Officer (SDEO) Paharpur, Dr. Humayun Khan Khattak, also participated in the plantation drive by planting a tree. Assistant Sub-Divisional Education Officers Tajammul Hussain Khan, Ishaq Chohan, and Nazakat Hussain Khan Baloch also took part in the activity, highlighting the importance of the campaign.
The ceremony was attended by head teachers, school leaders, teaching staff from all three circles, and members of the local community. According to sources, saplings will be planted in all schools across the subdivision, including 77 schools in the Dhakki Circle. The Forest Department has approved the provision of 4,000 saplings for this purpose.
Addressing the ceremony, DFO Amin-ul-Salam stated that climate change has become a serious challenge, and planting more trees is the need of the hour to combat rising temperatures, pollution, and environmental instability. He emphasized that trees play a vital role in maintaining a clean environment, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, lowering temperatures, and providing fuel, fruit, and timber, while also contributing to economic stability.
SDEO Dr. Humayun Khan Khattak, in his speech, said that the Green Enrollment Campaign is not only focused on plantation but also aims to enroll more children in schools to build an educated and healthy society. He stressed the need for active participation from teachers, students, and parents in making the campaign successful.
Other speakers, including Assistant Education Officers, also highlighted the importance of tree plantation, stating that trees are essential for reducing environmental pollution, preventing floods and soil erosion, and mitigating extreme weather conditions.
On the directives of District Education Officer (Male) Tahir Shah, all head teachers have been instructed to actively participate in the plantation drive and plant maximum saplings in their respective institutions.
At the end of the ceremony, participants collectively planted saplings and reaffirmed their commitment to continue both the plantation and enrollment campaigns on a sustained basis to ensure a clean, green, and safe environment for future generations.
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