Addressing a press conference here, the prime minister heaped praise on Buzdar, saying he is a dark horse. “A 70 per cent drop in tree cover has meant far-reaching consequences,” he said, linking the deforestation to increase in air pollution. Unlike the statements made by his cabinet members, the PM acknowledged the role of vehicular emissions in the worsening air quality, which are the biggest contributor to air pollution. This will ensure that there is no need to burn the crop, drastically reducing the air pollution caused otherwise. Moreover, the government would also help the brick kiln owners to install zigzag technology which will reduce air pollution.

Source: Pakistan Today November 30, 2019 14:38 UTC