{"id":1756,"date":"2024-12-26T16:23:39","date_gmt":"2024-12-26T11:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spinpk.com\/?p=1756"},"modified":"2024-12-26T16:23:39","modified_gmt":"2024-12-26T11:23:39","slug":"bank-alfalah-commits-pkr-8-5-million-to-protect-endangered-indus-river-blind-dolphins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spinpk.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/26\/bank-alfalah-commits-pkr-8-5-million-to-protect-endangered-indus-river-blind-dolphins\/","title":{"rendered":"Bank Alfalah Commits PKR 8.5 Million to Protect Endangered Indus River Blind Dolphins"},"content":{"rendered":"
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After pledging to plant 100,000 trees to combat the impact of climate change, Bank Alfalah, one of the largest commercial banks in Pakistan, has partnered with WWF-Pakistan for another initiative, committing PKR 8.5 million to safeguard the endangered Indus River blind dolphins.<\/p>\n

The partnership will engage local communities by establishing five Community-based organizations (<\/strong>CBOs), train 35 fishers, establish 10 nature clubs, and empower 700 students to become conservation champions, ensuring a brighter future for this unique species.<\/p>\n

The Indus River dolphin, locally known as “Bhulan<\/em>,” faces an alarming decline and is listed as Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature <\/strong>Red List. Its population has declined to a mere 20% of its historical range due to a confluence of threats such as habitat loss, entanglement in fishing nets, and pollution.<\/p>\n

Commenting on the partnership Madiha Javed Qureshi, Head of Corporate Communication at Bank Alfalah <\/strong>said \u201cWe are proud to collaborate with WWF on this one-of-a-kind initiative, which highlights a unique species of dolphins which only has a habitat in the Indus River. Through this partnership, we will engage local communities in safeguarding dolphin habitats, raising awareness, and ultimately helping to grow their population, preserving a natural treasure that holds special significance for Pakistan.<\/em><\/p>\n

Beyond this crucial dolphin conservation effort, Bank Alfalah is actively contributing to environmental sustainability through its partnership with WWF-Pakistan for mangrove plantations. The bank has pledged to plant 100,000 mangroves by 2027 and has already successfully planted 40,000.<\/p>\n

In the wake of the recent devastating floods in Pakistan, Bank Alfalah demonstrated its unwavering support by contributing a substantial USD 10 million to flood-impacted communities. This significant contribution reflects the bank’s deep commitment to social responsibility and its proactive role in supporting those in need during times of crisis.<\/p>\n

This initiative aligns with Bank Alfalah’s commitment to environmental sustainability and aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and 14 (Life Below Water).<\/p>\n

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