Karachi, June 01, 2010: Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd (EPCL) in collaboration with an NGO
organized an Environment & Education Festival for 3000 students, at Kohi Goth Football
Stadium, Bin Qasim today. The festival witnessed participation from over 45 schools with
awareness sessions related to Environment, Education, Health, & Hygiene, conducted by
renowned corporate entities and various social organizations. Also present at the occasion
were :

Ex-Nazim-DG PQA MR Afsaruddin Talpur,DG Technical PQA- Mr Abdullah Lagari,MNA Mr Sher
Mohamad Baloch,Ex-Nazim & Minister Mr Shafi M Jamaot
From EPCL: Syed Ahsen Uddin (Vice President, Mr Arshad Uddin Ahmed GM)
WWF: Altaf Abro

Amongst the participating companies were renowned names like NAPA Theatre for performing
theater for a cause – Environment Protection, HISSAR Foundation (on water conservation)- SKMH( tobacco free society) Indus Motors (road safety), Colgate (oral hygine & free dental
checkup),Fatmid Blood bank,P&G (hand washing),Unilever, Shield and Gamalux,Uniliever,Nestle
(safe drinking water),WWF Pakistan Kido Dido Theatre. The Festival kicked off with a welcome
address by Syed AhsenUddin (VP) & Arshad uddin Ahmed (GM),Sarah Aziz (CSR & Corporate
Communication Officer ),EPCL who elaborated on the initiative and said “Today we are here to
celebrate the prospects of a bright future as we strive to impart valuable knowledge to the
youth of the nation and groom them to become the guiding stars of Pakistan.”
The focal point of the Festival was to (Spread Environment awareness and promoting education
within the community where we operate).Also students who have performed outstandingly
within their schools will be rewarded.

The idea is to educate and enlighten the students about the significance of preserving the
environment and various safety precautions and measures to be observed in case of
emergencies. First in line was a peace chain activity, which was followed by a number of other
activities like a road safety show, magic show, puppet show and a pottery competition. Lectures
on the importance of personal hygiene,health,clean drinking water and its implications on
leading a healthy life were also a part of the day’s teachings which culminated with a prize
distribution ceremony.

Sarah Aziz, <>,EPCL, said ‘
We realize our responsibility as a corporate and are on our way to develop the communities in
which we operate. It is of critical importance that children are equipped with the basic know- how related to Environment & its protection, health, hygiene and education. It is important that
they are taught about things that may fall outside the scope of their curriculum but definitely
lie within the scope of logical reasoning and mental growth. The children are our tomorrow and
the future will hold more promise if they are made aware of their environment. We hope that
they will take back a lot from this festival and that it will help garner a better civic sense in our
youth which is imperative for a better and cleaner Pakistan”

Also at the closing of the festival <>“Engro Polymer & Chemicals has always been at the forefront of such initiatives as we
believe environment, health & safety, social development of the neighboring communities
should not be overlooked in achieving and sustainable growth. We strive to make a difference
by changing mind sets and encouraging lifestyle changes to incorporate healthier habits. We
would also like to thank the organizations who have joined hands with us to further our
endeavors and make this festival a success.”