PM says his vision is to make Pakistan ‘clean and green’

While addressing Tiger Force volunteers during his visit to Naran on Monday, PM said that promotion of tourism is a challenge for the government and huge amount is being spent on environmental projects in the country.

“The government aims to create a sustainable environment and promote tourism in country. Our program, ‘Ten billion tree tsunami’ will change the environment. Moreover, improved tourism will create more employment opportunities in the country,” he said.

Imran Khan further stated that illegal forest cutting will not be tolerated at any cost.

The Prime Minister is in Naran to inaugurate various development projects for the promotion of tourism and environmental protection in the area.

The projects include tree plantation on the banks of Kunhar River, distribution of motorbikes among Community River Rangers, raising trout fish in the Kunhar River, provision of 5.5 million eco-friendly biodegradable bags, and emergency response service for tourists and delivery of machinery and equipment for waste collection.