Tree Plantation Drive
Instead of being the culprits of the world of tomorrow by adding to the cruelty inflicted on nature, let us be remembered and loved for planting trees. Without a doubt, cruelty to nature is cruelty towards the next generation who will bear the brunt of the effects. To make a positive difference and bring attention to this matter, a Tree Plantation Drive was organized by the Earth Watch Club (EWC) in collaboration with Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan (AKFP). As part of this drive 20 Citrus Trees were planted In D-Ground by the guests and representatives from Alkhidmat, faculty and students of Department of Environmental Sciences, our advisor and council members, and the volunteers at the event. The Vice-President of Alkhidmat (Dr Mushtaq Ahmad Mangat) and Chairperson of the Department of Environmental Sciences were both highly appreciative of the efforts of everyone involved in holding this event and proud of the motivation behind this initiative.
A clean-up drive was also held around the E-Block building in which volunteers as well as council members rigorously scanned and removed trash from the grounds with the help of gloves and garbage bags. Interviews were also held with students in E-Block regarding the importance of clean-up drives, which also helped our society’s mission to generate awareness of the benefits of a healthy environment.
The names of the dignitaries and representatives who took part in this drive are appended below:
1. Dr Mushtaq Ahmad Mangat Vice President AKFP (Al-Khidmat Foundation, Pakistan)
2. Khubaib Bilal Executive Director AKFP
3. Dr. Derk Bakker Chairperson of the Department of Environmental Sciences
4. Dr. Shazia Ilyas Advisor EWC and faculty member at the Department of Environmental Sciences
5. Ma’am Sumaira Akram faculty member at the Department of Environmental Sciences
6. Ms. Nermin Tanveer – President Earth Watch Club x Pakistan Climate Chapter
7. Ms. Amna Khan – Vice President Earth Watch Club x Pakistan Climate Chapter
Dr Derk Bakker presenting Vice President Al-Khidmat Foundation with an honorary shield
Team EarthWatchClub and Alkhidmat representatives along with volunteers of the event from FCCU and members of our Department of Environmental Sciences.
Dr. Derk Bakker with the Executive Members of EWC
Dr. Derk Bakker placing soil over the young plant with full focus while Dr. Mushtaq of AKFP assists him
Cleanup Drive in Action
