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Aneeqa Bashir is an environmental activist from Karachi, Pakistan, known for her work in the preservation of urban green spaces. Her efforts have primarily focused on safeguarding Pakistan's banyan trees and promoting environmental sustainability.
Growing up in Karachi, Aneeqa Bashir developed an early interest in environmental issues. Her educational journey reflects a focus on environmental concerns and sustainability, which laid the foundation for her activism.
Bashir's articles on climate change and environmental conservation have been featured in various Pakistani news outlets. She has written for Dawn, [1] and her works have been highlighted in The News, [2] Good Times, [3] and WOW 360. [4] Her op-eds often focus on environmental challenges and sustainable practices.
Bashir's work in environmental advocacy has been acknowledged by several organizations. The SDGs Academy recognized her for her contributions to climate change activism and environmental sustainability in Pakistan. [5]
Bashir has been instrumental in the preservation of Pakistan's banyan trees, leading to their recognition as part of the country's natural heritage. Her initiatives have received commendation from local authorities, including the Mayor of Karachi. [6] In July 2023, the Commissioner of Karachi acknowledged her contributions. [7]
Aneeqa Bashir was recognized by the Sindh government in January 2024 for her contributions to environmental conservation, particularly her efforts in preserving Pakistan's green heritage, including the banyan trees. The award was presented by Arshad Wali Muhammad, Caretaker Sindh Minister for Tourism, Environment and Climate Change.
Bashir's initiatives extend beyond direct conservation. She runs platforms like Agreenerpakistan.org and projectbanyantrees.com to raise environmental awareness. Her work includes educational outreach, projects focusing on water waste management and pollution, and the proposed Youth Environmental Responsibility Act.
Her efforts have been acknowledged both nationally and internationally, including recognition at the National Youth Policy Dialogue awards ceremony by the SDGs Academy in 2023 and mentions in United Nations campaigns. [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15]
Bashir's environmental advocacy work has been featured in various media. She was interviewed by Express News in August 2023, where she discussed her conservation efforts in Karachi. [16]
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Category:Environmentalists by nationality
Category:Pakistani activists
Category:Environmentalism in Pakistan
Category:Asian environmentalists
Category:Environmental conservation in Pakistan
Category:Banyan tree conservation