Pakistan  observes annual Earth Hour

Islamabad: The annual Earth Hour was observed in Pakistan tonight [Saturday] like elsewhere in the world under the theme "Give an Hour for Earth".

Earth Hour is observed all of the world every year, with a message to do something for climate change and global environmental issues.

Taking to Twitter,  Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said saving our planet from the ill-effects of climate change is a collective endeavour, one in which everyone matters.

He said Pakistan joins the global community today in observing Earth Hour and demonstrating its commitment to the fulfillment of its obligations to climate change actions.

Pakistan joins the global community today in observing Earth Hour & demonstrating its commitment to the fulfilment of its obligations to climate change actions. Saving our planet from the ill-effects of climate change is a collective endeavour, one in which everyone matters.

— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) March 25, 2023

Meanwhile, Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani has urged the people to switch off all unnecessary lights and other electric appliances at their homes, offices, and shops from 8: 30 pm to 9: 30 pm to observe the Hour.

Chairman Senate, Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani, urges everyone to join hands on this #EarthHour & pledge to protect our planet by adopting sustainable practices. Let's switch off our lights for an hour & show our commitment towards a greener planet. @ClimateChangePK @UNFCCC pic.twitter.com/4iKIiXHmsq

— Senate of Pakistan (@SenatePakistan) March 25, 2023

Sadiq Sanjrani also emphasized Pakistan's commitment to promoting sustainable development and working with the international community to address the global environmental issues.