05-10-2005
Pakistan’s First Environmental ‘Rafting Rally’ Held in Swat
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The Environmental Protection Society (EPS) led a unique white band campaign in Pakistan. In a colorful rally on water, people from the community, including school children and their teachers, lawyers, local government and community representatives rode on indigenous rafts (locally called Ja’La) in the beautiful river Swat. They travelled by water for 22 kms starting from Chalyaar Khwazakhela to Fizagat Mingawara. The event was the first ever of its nature in the region.