Qari Fazal Wahab, a 45-year-old Imam and Quranic scholar from Swat has been tirelessly working to protect the environment and wildlife. Under his self-funded initiative, he has personally planted over 10,000 trees in different locations, intending to reach 100,000 trees soon. In addition to his role as the Imam of Mingora Mosque, he also teaches students.
Swat has recently faced devastating changes, including deforestation and environmental degradation, which have severely impacted its beauty. However, Qari Fazal Wahab's mission is to restore Swat's beauty, protect wildlife, and prevent floods. For the past decade, he has been steadfastly working towards achieving this goal.
In the upper regions of Swat, people are cutting down trees for fuel, furniture, and other purposes, exacerbating the issue. Qari Fazal Wahab stresses that Swat's clean environment and weather are under threat from environmental degradation and climate change. He believes that if every citizen becomes an environmental advocate, Swat will never be vulnerable to natural disasters like floods again.
The Swat Valley is known for its rich biodiversity, including various species of flora and fauna. Deforestation has led to habitat loss, endangering many species and reducing biodiversity. Unfortunately, tree planters and environmental activists in Swat have been targeted by the timber mafia and local authorities.
Qari Fazal Wahab, a cleric who has planted over 10,000 trees and raised his voice against the timber.
