Prime Minister's Coordinator for Health, Dr Mukhtar Bharath, has highlighted that environmental experts have identified wild mulberry trees as a major cause of allergic reactions due to their pollen release. To address this issue, a comprehensive strategy has been developed and is now being implemented.
Dr Bharath chaired a significant meeting to review the growing problem of pollen allergies in Islamabad, with a focus on effective strategies to combat the issue. The meeting, led by Dr Bharath, involved representatives from the Capital Development Authority (CDA), who shared updates on ongoing efforts to remove wild mulberry treesknown to be a key contributor to pollen allergies.
Dr Bharath assured that under the guidance of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the government is fully committed to addressing pollen allergies in Islamabad. He emphasised that the removal of over 5,000 wild mulberry trees out of 7,000 at F-9 Park has already been completed as part of a phased removal plan. "This is part of our ongoing effort to eliminate pollen allergies from the region. At the same time, we are planting new, environmentally friendly trees to promote a healthier ecosystem," He explained.
He further noted that the removal of wild mulberry trees in the H-8 and H-9 sectors near the Shakarparian area of the Margalla Hills is also underway. The remaining trees will be cut down by April, and environmentally friendly replacements will be planted.
Dr Bharath concluded by stressing the government's strong commitment to controlling pollen allergies and improving the overall air quality for Islamabad's residents.
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