Islamabad: Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah have emphasized on adopting an inclusive approach for the wider development and prosperity of the nation. They said that introduction and implementation of non-discriminatory policies to ensure fundamental rights for all will lead Pakistan on the path of development. They also emphasized on taking proactive measures to address the problem of overcrowding. They expressed these views in their separate message on World Population Day
Which is commemorated all over the world with the theme “Leave None, Count All”
On World Population Day, he recognized the importance of addressing demographic challenges, ensuring equal access to family planning and promoting gender equality to ensure a sustainable future. He emphasized that it is a collective responsibility to align development priorities with population growth and provide quality education, health care and employment opportunities to the growing population. effectively solve the problem of population growth. He emphasized that by working together we can ensure a better future for our future generations and achieve sustainable economic growth, social prosperity and environmental protection.
Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq expressed his concern that the rapidly growing population is putting immense pressure on Pakistan’s limited resources, infrastructure and public services and, if not addressed, could lead to serious consequences, including food and water shortages, unemployment and social unrest. . He warned that the country’s health care, education and housing systems were already overburdened, and the increasing population would further strain these services, jeopardizing the quality of life for millions of Pakistanis. In addition, the spokesperson noted that the rate of population growth is also having a devastating impact on the environment with increased pollution, deforestation and loss of biodiversity, ultimately threatening the very survival of the planet. He urged the need for swift and collective action to address this critical issue and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
Speaking on the occasion, National Assembly Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah said that the problem of population growth is a critical challenge that requires immediate attention and concerted efforts to resolve. He emphasized that the rapid rate of population growth has far-reaching implications for the country’s economic development, poverty reduction and social welfare. The deputy speaker emphasized the need to ensure sustainable development and a prosperous future for future generations, which can be achieved by addressing population growth, improving access to quality education and health care, and promoting economic opportunities. He assured that the incumbent Parliament will extend full support to the government and relevant stakeholders in addressing this important issue.