KARACHI: To honor the importance of environment for our health and well being, Ferozsons Laboratories Limited joined hands with Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and citizens of Karachi to celebrate World Environment Day by turning the iconic monument Frere Hall 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.

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."

Laeeq Ahmad, Administrator 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 the support of Ferozsons Laboratories for this important cause."

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.

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