In a remarkable celebration of youth leadership and innovation, as many as 20 young leaders honored with the prestigious \u2018Climate Champions Award\u2019 at Commonwealth Asia Youth Alliance (CAYA) Summit 2025 on Tuesday.
\nThese individuals were recognised for their exceptional efforts in tackling climate change and implementing sustainable initiatives in their communities.
\nSimilarly, eight outstanding young leaders received the \u2018Youth Excellence Awards\u2019 for their groundbreaking contributions to education, renewable energy, water conservation, and environmental sustainability.
\nAmong the honorees were Nizam ud Din and Rubina Bibi from Quetta, who led impactful climate education projects and tree plantation initiatives.
\nSaim Abbas Sahto and Alia Ali Murad from Sindh were celebrated for their work in renewable energy and climate education.
\nMahnoor Fatima and Abdul Basit from Sukkur earned recognition for their water conservation and solid waste management projects, while Sahiba from Thatta and Tanveer Alam from Sanghar were applauded for their solid waste management and plantation drives.
\nSheraz Ahmad from Mardan was commended for his forestry initiatives.
\nPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded the awardees for their resilience and creativity, stating, \u201cThese young leaders are a beacon of hope for Pakistan. Their dedication to climate action, innovation, and excellence is setting a foundation for a brighter, more sustainable future.\u201d
\nThe summit also celebrated remarkable individual achievements under the Youth Excellence Awards category.
\nSuhaib, a Danish School student, achieved academic excellence with top scores in matriculation and F.Sc. Zeeshan Shahid, inventor of an airbag vest for bikers, was honoured with the National Innovation Award.
\nAreeba Aamir, overcoming financial struggles, became a skilled embroidery designer at Sapphire Retail Ltd through the Pakistan Education Endowment Fund scholarship.
\nHaleema Sadia, leveraging the PM\u2019s Laptop Scheme, developed a Blood Donation Management System.
\nKashf Shah, founder of Pakistan\u2019s largest volunteer network, led initiatives such as planting 100,000 trees and organising free medical camps.
\nMeanwhile, 17-year-old climate advocate Faris Ahmed co-authored a bill for climate refugee protection and earned acclaim for his advocacy efforts.
\nOther honourees included Aatirah Amir from COMSATS University for her Sar Sabz Qadam project, which generates electricity from pedestrian energy, and Muhammad Sohail Adnan, a 12-year-old squash prodigy ranked World No. 1 in the U13 category with a gold medal in the Asian Junior Championship.
\nThe event underscored the vital role of youth in addressing Pakistan\u2019s challenges, promoting innovation, resilience, and environmental stewardship.
\nAs Pakistan faces mounting environmental and developmental issues, these young achievers serve as a testament to the transformative power of youth-led initiatives.
\nThe CAYA Summit 2025 reinforced the nation\u2019s commitment to empowering young leaders, ensuring their ideas and contributions are integral to shaping a sustainable future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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