The Importance of Afforestation for the Mitigation of Global Warming

The latest episode of Ranra (light) discussed the importance of afforestation to curb global warming.

Key point of discussion included climate change, natural disasters, environmental problems in Pakistan and how young people can help in planting trees. Moreover, the program accentuated the deficiency of higher studies in Botany and Environmental Sciences in Pakistan’s universities and how enhanced research in those fields could contribute to control climate change.

Furthermore, the program shed light on the importance of the billion trees project initiated by the government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) along with other provincial government’s strategies for afforestation in the province and steps to counter climate change.

Dr. Shah Khalid, lecturer at Department of Botany, Islamia College, Peshawar, took part as the studio guest in the show.

Dr. Khalid said: “According to a survey, only 3% of the Pakistani country is forest, which is also rapidly declining due to the growing population. Trees not only provide oxygen, but also protect the environment. A large number of people in the country fall trees to use wood as fuel, while the timber mafia is also active for their personal gains.”

A radio report was made part of the program. The report highlighted a tree plantation campaign launched in Mohmand Agency by a Ph.D scholar from Peshawar University.

Seven callers took part in the program, echoing the importance of afforestation and urging youngsters to participate for a greener Pakistan.

About Sabawoon

Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to, and significance for, youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra on Thursday.