Karachi: In a significant move toward environmental sustainability, over 50 ten-foot-tall trees were planted at the District Central Arts Council Karachi on Monday. This initiative, led by Muhammad Ahmed Shah, President of the Arts Council of Pakistan, was executed in collaboration with the Art Friend Circle.
The plantation drive included a selection of flowering and fruit-bearing trees such as Gulmohar, Peepal, Neem, Chikoo, and Custard Apple (Sharifa). These efforts aim to enhance both the ecological and aesthetic appeal of the area.
The campaign was inaugurated by a group of notable guests, including Kausar Rizvi, founder of Art Friend Circle, alongside Nafees Muhammad Ghori, poetess Gul Afshan, former Executive Director of the Arts Council Nadeem Zafar, and Arts Council members Imran Aziz, Jafar Aziz, Shaeela Moeed, and Shagufta Moeed. Key administrative figures like Manager of Administration Shahid Mohiuddin and Manager of Finance Samiullah were also present.
Resident Director Bashir Sadozai announced that the project is part of a broader campaign to plant over 200 fruit and flowering trees across the District Central Arts Council campus. Nearly 100 trees, including numerous Neem, have already been planted in this green initiative.
Sadozai urged the local community to participate by planting at least one large fruit-bearing tree, highlighting its impact on environmental improvement and cultural nurturing. He noted that the Arts Council complex is a cultural landmark and that greenery would enhance the quality of life for residents.
He further encouraged the public, particularly Arts Council students, to plant trees in front of their homes. This small act, he said, could help mitigate the harsh summer temperatures of North Karachi.