Mindanaotoday.com | 64th Araw ng Lanao del Norte opens: MIRNP declares ASEAN heritate park
NUNUNGAN, Lanao del Norte – As the Environment Day signifies the formal opening of the 64th Araw ng Lanao del Norte celebration, the Provincial Government, through the leadership of Governor Imelda ‘Angging’ Quibranza-Dimaporo, also marked a significant milestone – the official launching of the Mt. Inayawan Range Natural Park in the Municipality of Nunungan as the 53rd ASEAN Heritage Park on June 28, 2023.
The unveiling of the landmark of the MIRNP-AHP took place after the Provincial Government officials, department heads, employees, and Ms. Lanao del Norte 2023 candidates planted bamboo seedlings along the foot of the majestic Mt. Inayawan. After which, Governor Angging led the esteemed guests to Lake Nunungan, in Barangay Pantar for the program where no less than Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go served as the guest of honor.
“As we mark this milestone in our province’s history, let us reflect on the values that have guided usβthe unity, resilience, and responsibility towards Mother Earth.” Gov. Angging said
Governor Angging also thanked the ASEAN Heritage Park Committee for recognizing the ecological significance and unique biodiversity of Mt. Inayawan Range in the ASEAN region and declared it the 11th ASEAN Heritage Park in the country.
Dr. Arvin Diesmos from the ASEAN Center of Biodiversity and Department of Environment and Natural Resources Assistant Secretary presented the certificate of declaration to Governor Angging and Nunungan Municipal Mayor Marcos Mamay, denoting that Mt. Inayawan and its ecosystems will be protected and safeguarded for future generations.
Meanwhile, Senator Bong Go expressed his support to the gains of the government in the preservation of Mt. Inayawan, saying “Gwapo kaayo ang inyohang lugar, ato kining alagaan”.
Mayors from the different municipalities and national line agencies officials also graced the launching event that coincided with the start of the 64th Araw ng Lanao del Norte celebration. Another highlight of the event was the presentation of the Search for Miss Lanao del Norte 2023 candidates. PIO-LDN
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