Pakistan, July 11 -- On World Population Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged citizens to adopt responsible parenthood and family planning. They emphasized the urgent need to control Pakistan's fast-growing population to ensure sustainable development and better quality of life. The day aims to highlight the impact of population growth on resources, health, and the environment.

President Zardari stressed that unchecked population growth strains national resources like health, education, and the environment. He highlighted that with over 242 million people, Pakistan needs balanced, evidence-based population policies. He called for wider access to family planning, especially in rural areas, and emphasized...