Karachi, March 13, 2025 Bar Associations across Sindh have announced a protest rally on March 14, 2025, at the Indus River to mark the International Day of Action for Rivers. The rally aims to raise awareness about environmental concerns and protest against the illegal extraction of six canals from the river.
In a statement issued by M. Rustam Bhutto, Acting Secretary of the Sindh Bar Council, legal professionals have been urged to actively participate in the demonstration. The call for protest follows an earlier resolution passed on March 8, 2025, reinforcing the legal communitys commitment to protecting water resources and ensuring environmental justice.
The event is expected to gather legal professionals from various districts, highlighting the crucial role of advocacy in addressing ecological issues. The protest aligns with the global movement to protect rivers and ensure their sustainable management.
Environmental activists and concerned citizens have also expressed support for the initiative, emphasizing the urgent need to curb unauthorized water diversions that threaten the ecological balance of the Indus River.
The rally will serve as a platform for legal experts to voice their concerns and demand immediate action from the authorities to prevent further exploitation of Sindhs vital water resources.
