Climate change has become a critical issue in Pakistan due to increasing temperatures, irregular rainfall patterns, melting glaciers and droughts. These challenges are mostly caused by human activities such as rapid industrialisation, deforestation, burning of fossil fuels and a growing population. The impacts of these activities are particularly apparent in Sindh. Floods and irregular rainfalls have inundated agricultural lands, displaced families and damaged infrastructure. It has also led to unemployment, homelessness and poverty.
If climate change continues unchecked, Pakistan will suffer from health issues, long-term agricultural decline and rising food costs. The government must implement laws against deforestation and also prevent diesel and petroleum vehicles. The government and citizens must also work together to address climate change through effective programmes, policies and promoting electric or hybrid vehicles. Launching a nationwide plantation campaign, raising climate awareness, improving the disaster management system and participating in international climate agreements are essential for eradicating climate change.
Mohsin Rustmani
Dadu
