PM Oky launch of “Protected Area Initiative” under the Green Pakistan program
Advisor to PM on Climate Change Malik Amin Aslam Khan called on Prime Minister Imran Khan today.
The meeting was in continuation of the “Green Stimulus” package approved by the Prime Minister recently in April, 2020 wherein 65,000 youth / daily wagers would be utilized for plantation across the country who are facing unemployment in wake of COVID-19.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister accorded go-ahead for launching “Protected Area Initiative” in the country under the umbrella of “Green Pakistan” program. It will involve establishment of 12 national parks in the country with the aim to preserve and protect wildlife and plantations.
The Prime Minister directed that all the provinces be taken on-board for this initiative at the highest level i.e. Chief Ministers. He further emphasized that such initiatives provide employment opportunities in wake of COVID-19 pandemic while at the same time protect the natural resources of the country.
Prime Minister will launch the “Protected Area Initiative” soon after Ministry of Climate Change completes the process of stake-holders consultation.
On April 28, Prime Minister Imran Khan had approved the ‘Green Stimulus’ package as part of the government’s efforts to extend green cover in the county and to create job opportunities for the youth, particularly in the wake of the coronavirus crisis.
The Green Stimulus package, as part of 10 Billion Tree Tsunami project, aims to promote plantation, setting up nurseries, natural forests and promotion of honey, fruit and olive plantation in the country.
