SWAT: Speakers at a tree plantation campaign said that heightened precipitation in the country was one of the adverse effects of climate change and planting more trees could significantly mitigate the issue.

A ceremony was organised as part of the tree plantation campaign to mitigate the effects of climate change in Malam Jabba. Officials of military and civil administration, forest department, local elders and representatives of Samsons Group including Dr Wasifur Rehman, Brig Sajid Akbar, ADC Mohammad Suhail, and Wahidullah attended the ceremony.

Speaking on the occasion, they said that current climate models indicated a rise in temperatures intensifying the earth’s water cycle. It led to increased evaporation, they added.

This phenomenon is expected to result in more frequent and intense storms besides drying in some land areas. Consequently, regions affected by storms may experience heightened precipitation and an increased risk of flooding. The areas away from storm tracks may face reduced precipitation and an elevated risk of drought.

They said that global challenges posed by climate change were evident in the irregular yet frequent rainfall patterns observed worldwide. They said that extensive plantation was vital to address the issue.

The speakers lauded Samsons Group for its commitment to combat climate change by expanding forest cover through tree plantation initiatives in the area. They urged all participants to take active part in planting trees to contribute to the success of efforts aimed at mitigating climate challenges.

The participants of the ceremony including local elders and students planted trees in Malam Jabba.

Published in Dawn, April 26th, 2024