TOBA TEK SINGH: Experts from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, have emphasised the need to intensify efforts to combat environmental hazards, preserve nature and protect the world from the devastating effects of climate change.

The Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences at the UAF organised a seminar and a walk on Thursday to observe Earth Day.

UAF Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Iqrar Ahmad Khan highlighted the importance of raising awareness about environmental issues.

He stressed the need to create public momentum to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase tree cover, combat pollution, and protect endangered species.

Institute Director Prof Dr Ghulam Murtaza encouraged active participation from the younger generation through awareness campaigns, discussions and tree plantation drives.

Deputy Secretary of the Environment Protection Department Muhammad Tahir emphasized the importance of water conservation and the effective utilization of natural resources.

The event was also attended by Treasurer Umar Saeed Qadri, Muhammad Wasim from WWF, Dr Anwarul Haq, Dr Abdul Wakeel, Dr Muhammad Zia, Dr Amir Maqsood Gill, Dr Sanaullah, Dr Muhammad Iqbal, Dr Saif Ullah, Dr Muhammad Zia, and Dr Saqib.

PROPERTY ROW: A man shot at and injured his brother, a nephew and two passers-by minor girls in Chak 95-JB, Gillanwala, Gojra, on Wednesday.

The Gojra Saddar police said Muhammad Irshad had a property dispute with his brother, Dilbar Hussain. During a heated argument in the street, he fired at Dilber, resulting in serious injuries to him, his son Ramzan and passersby Sehar Iqbal and Sania Sabir.

They were taken to the Gojra THQ Hospital. The police are conducting raids to apprehend the suspects.

DIES: A man lost his life when a tractor-trolley ran over him in Gojra.

According to Rescue 1122, Yasir Javed from Chak 372 JB, Bujjianeali, was riding his motorcycle on Painsara Road when his two-wheeler collided with another motorcycle.

As a result, he fell and a tractor-trolley coming from behind ran him over, causing critical injuries.

He was rushed to the Gojra THQ Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Published in Dawn, May 5th, 2023