Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi launched the Ehsaas Shajar campaign on Monday with a tree-planting ceremony at the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa House in Islamabad. The initiative aligns with the Clean and Green Pakistan vision of PTI founder Imran Khan.
Province-Wide Tree Planting Initiative
The Ehsaas Shajar campaign, launched on Pakistan Day (March 23), aims to plant one million saplings across the province in a single day. What we have is described as a record-setting effort at the official level, and public participation is encouraged.
Chief Minister Afridi described the drive as a “historic and record-breaking step.” He stated that the provincial government’s official target is one million trees planted on March 23, with communities as well contributing to the effort.
Focus on Environmental Protection
Afridi credited the PTI-led administration with increasing the province’s forest cover. He emphasized the government’s commitment to protecting the environment, future generations, and the planet, stating that “practical measures are continuing without interruption.”
The Chief Minister stressed the urgency of expanding and safeguarding forests, citing escalating environmental challenges. He called for collective efforts, stating, “This national goal requires collective efforts, and every segment of society must play its role enthusiastically.”
Plantation activities are underway at 285 locations across the province. A web portal and central control system have been activated for monitoring, with a dedicated control room established within the Forest Department for real-time oversight. The public is invited to participate by planting trees and sharing their efforts on the web portal.
The provincial government has set a further target of planting 1.4 million saplings on August 14 (Independence Day) to continue expanding greening efforts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ehsaas Shajar campaign?
The Ehsaas Shajar campaign is an initiative to plant one million saplings across Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province in a single day, launched on Pakistan Day, March 23.
Who is leading the campaign?
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi is leading the campaign.
What is the government’s long-term goal?
The provincial government aims to continue expanding greening efforts with a target of planting 1.4 million saplings on August 14 (Independence Day).
Will this initiative lead to a measurable improvement in the province’s environment remains to be seen, but the government has demonstrated a commitment to expanding forest cover.
