Rawalpindi (Dharti News) Acting Chairman of Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front, Raja Haq Nawaz Khan, while expressing his concerns on the census that started in Azad Jammu and Kashmir from March 1, gave the people of Azad Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan their state identity and statehood. According to the statement issued by the Central Information Office, Raja Haq Nawaz Khan deeply regretted to start the census process in Azad Jammu Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan without registering the state identity and its disputed status. expressed. He said that any such action which hurts the national identity of the state will not be accepted by the Kashmiri people. He described such a move as a violation of the state’s national identity and a serious violation of human rights. There is a proud and unique historical national identity. He said that the people of the state will consider any such action against the dignified and great national identity of the state as an attack on the national identity of the state which they consider their right to defend. According to the statement, Acting Chairman of Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front Raja Haq Nawaz Khan appealed to the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan to be cautious during the census and to maintain and defend the national identity of the state of Jammu and Kashmir and the controversial status of the state till the attainment of independence/right to self-determination. Take the steps as your national duty.
Legal Actions and Enforcement
In a statement, Minister Chaudhry Muhammad Akmal highlighted that significant steps are being taken to curb timber smuggling and enforce a strict ban on chainsaws. A new law has been enacted to ensure that individuals caught using chainsaws illegally will be severely punished.
“The punishment for those who engage in such destructive activities will be severe. We are taking concrete steps to end timber smuggling and have implemented strict laws against the use of chainsaws,” the minister stated.
Importance of Afforestation
Minister Chaudhry Muhammad Akmal also stressed the critical need for afforestation in response to the global warming crisis. He called for increased public participation in tree planting efforts to combat rising temperatures and promote a cleaner, greener Azad Kashmir.
“Due to global warming, temperatures are rising worldwide. Plantation is indispensable for mitigating this. The Forestry Department, along with the public, is ensuring maximum plantation efforts and raising awareness about the importance of trees. Together, we must plant more trees to make Azad Kashmir green and beautiful,” he said.
Impact of Forest Fires
The minister expressed deep concern over the recent forest fires that have caused significant damage to the region’s forests. He noted that these fires not only destroy valuable forest resources but also pose a threat to people, wildlife, and other insects.
“Forest fires have caused irreparable damage to our forests, endangering both wildlife and humans. We are cracking down on those responsible for these fires and will punish them severely. Public cooperation is crucial to protect our forests from such disasters,” he added.
Government Initiatives
The current government has initiated several concrete measures to protect Azad Kashmir’s forests. These include forming Public Protection Forest Committees to educate the public about the importance of forest conservation and to gather community input on effective forest management strategies.
“The region of Azad Kashmir is very fertile, and the future of our children depends on these trees. The only way to combat climate change is through robust afforestation efforts. We are working on an effective plan to protect and plant forests across Azad Kashmir, with the involvement of local communities and committees,” the minister concluded.
In a special interview with journalists, Minister Chaudhry Muhammad Akmal reiterated the government’s dedication to forest conservation and the implementation of effective, community-based strategies to ensure the safety and growth of fores
