The celebration of World Population Day was organized by the District Health Office Islamabad in collaboration with Green Star Social Marketing, with a walk planned at F-9 Park. The event was attended by a diverse group of participants, including District Health Officer Islamabad, Dr. Muhammad Zaeem Zia, Additional DHO Dr. Rashida, City Manager Green Star Islamabad Mrs. Aliya Fahad, Lady Health Workers, Lady Health Visitors, and many others, who joined despite the heavy rain.

During the event, Dr. Zaeem Zia highlighted that “population is a valuable asset but can become a liability if its potential is not fully utilized, stressing that population growth is one of Pakistan’s biggest challenges and requires immediate and focused attention.” He further emphasized the need to reduce the fertility rate and invest in the nation’s youth. Mrs. Aliya Fahad conveyed her appreciation to the DHO Islamabad for their support and their efforts to highlight the importance of family planning, and she called for a review of the business model to ensure that women in Pakistan who wish to access family planning commodities are able to do so.