Quetta, April 24, 2025 – In celebration of Earth Day 2025, the Balochistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS) organized a meaningful Plantation Drive at its Takatu Campus, bringing together students, faculty, and community members in a shared commitment to environmental sustainability.
Under the theme “Together, we plant the seeds of peace, love, and sustainability,” the event featured the plantation of 200 trees, each symbolizing a pledge to protect the environment and nurture harmony for future generations.
Community Voices and Institutional Support
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from a diverse group of individuals representing academia, civil society, and government institutions, reflecting a united front for environmental action:
Mr. Muhammad Salim, Chief Organizer, Ashar Group
Mr. Abdul Salam Kakar, Chief Executive, Gilani Hospital
Mr. Siddiq Ahmed Kakar, Chief of Section, Planning & Development, Civil Secretariat, Quetta
Mr. Suleiman Kasi, Director, Administration & General Services, BUITEMS
Syed Dara Shikoh Amir, Director, Communications, BUITEMS
Ms. Rukia Magsi, Assistant Professor, Department of Management Sciences, BUITEMS
Mr. Jameel Ahmed Kakar, Deputy Director, FMS, BUITEMS – Event Coordinator
Mr. Muhammad Khalid, Lab Assistant, BUITEMS
Chinar Media Group
Students from Noor School, Alamdar Road, Quetta
Students from the School of Law, BUITEMS
Operational Excellence and On-Ground Execution
The success of the Earth Day Plantation Drive was made possible through the efforts of the Directorate of Administration and Directorate of Communication, BUITEMS, along with the university’s dedicated support staff. Special thanks are extended to BUITEMS’s gardening team for their hard work and commitment:
Mr. Abdul Hameed, Head Gardener
Mr. Jaffar Khan, Head Gardener II
Mr. Shehbaz M. Ali, Gardener
Mr. M. Ibraheem, Gardener
Mr. Rozi Uddin, Gardener
Mr. Abdul Qayuum, Gardener
A Living Commitment to Sustainable Development
Held at 10:00 AM, the Earth Day Plantation Drive served as more than a symbolic activity—it was a tangible contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 13: Climate Action and SDG 15: Life on Land. Participants engaged in thoughtful conversations about environmental responsibility, youth empowerment, and the role of academic institutions in advancing sustainability.
BUITEMS continues to champion initiatives that promote ecological awareness and community-driven action. The university reaffirms its commitment to nurturing a cleaner, greener, and more inclusive future for Balochistan and beyond.
Together, we planted more than trees—we planted hope.