Climate Action Board Bill approved

PESHAWAR:

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government has approved the "Climate Action Board (CAB) Bill 2025." Advisor to the Chief Minister on Information and Public Relations, Barrister Dr Saif, stated that the bill would provide a comprehensive and effective framework to tackle climate change across province.

He said that the CAB will be an autonomous financial body, responsible for monitoring and coordinating environmental strategies across all government departments.

The board will also be tasked with developing and revising environmental policies, conducting research, assessing performance, and ensuring effective implementation. Furthermore, it will have the authority to collaborate with international organizations, environmental experts, and the private sector to address environmental challenges.

Saif added that a special "Climate Action Fund" would be established under the board to financially support environmental projects and encourage eco-friendly initiatives at the local level.

He emphasized that the initiative marked the second major environmental project by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, following the success of the Billion Tree Tsunami Project, and aimed to mitigate the risks of climate change while promoting sustainable development.

Menstrual Health and Hygiene Day 2025

The Khyber Medical University (KMU), Peshawar in collaboration with Menstrual Health Management (MHM) Working Group Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, WaterAid, UNICEF, and other sector partners, organized a high-level event at KMU's Alexander Fleming Hall.

The event held under the global theme "Together for a "Period Friendly World," the event brought together health professionals, representatives from academic and research institutions, development partners, and youth. KMU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zia Ul Haq graced the occasion as the chief guest and reaffirmed the collective commitment to ending menstrual taboos and promoting dignified menstrual health. More input from APP