Karachi: To honor the importance of the environment for our health and well being, Ferozsons Laboratories Limited, a leading pharmaceutical company, joined hands with the Karachi Municipal Corporation and citizens of Karachi to celebrate World Environment Day� by turning� the iconic monument Frere Hall, Karachi into a beacon of emerald green light on 5th June. The activity aimed to rally public opinion for the protection and revival of our ecosystems, and our commitment to� the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Mr. Osman Khalid Waheed, CEO Ferozsons Laboratories, highlighted his organization�s concerns for the current Environmental scenario, �Climate change poses the single gravest threat to the health and the well-being of everyone on the planet. We are privileged to join KMC and Karachi�s civil society in raising awareness on this critical challenge for our current and future generations. �
Mr. Laeeq Ahmad, Administrator of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), said �We all have an unstated obligation towards our Environment. World Environment Day provides an opportunity to reflect on our actions and to commit and strive towards a healthier and greener Environment. We are delighted to have ther support of Ferozsons Laboratories for this important cause.�
Mr. Taha Saleem, DG Parks, KMC commenting on the initiative said, �World Environment Day is a reminder that we are the inheritors and custodians of our surroundings. Protecting our environment and keeping the planet green is the only path to ensuring our mental and physical well-being.�
This event was held to remind us of our collective commitment� towards the environment. The organizers hope that the government and citizens� will� reinforce their efforts to take on the challenges of climate change, reduce pollution levels and counter the ongoing threat of deforestation.