LAHORE:Operations against smog have been intensified across Punjab, resulting in the sealing of various sites, including industrial units and brick kilns.

Over the past 24 hours, field enforcement actions were taken against industrial units, brick kilns, barbecue establishments, and commercial cooking sites. Several locations were sealed, and fines totaling 405,000 rupees were imposed for violations.

Under the supervision of Director General (DG) of Environment, Abdullah Nayyar Sheikh, operations are being conducted against pollution sources following a “zero-tolerance” policy. Drone squads, night squads, and “Hawk-Eye” field squads have been deployed to maintain continuous surveillance of entities contributing to pollution.

According to data from the Environment Department, 27 industrial units across Punjab were inspected in the last 24 hours. Two units were issued notices regarding smog-related violations, while two units were sealed and fined 300,000 rupees.

Regarding brick kilns, 68 sites were inspected, two were sealed due to violations, and fines amounting to 100,000 rupees were imposed. The Environment Department has directed that indiscriminate action continues against all brick kilns found in violation of environmental regulations. Barbecue and commercial cooking establishments were also subjected to strict monitoring.

During inspections of 18 locations, two were issued ‘smog notices,’ while suction hoods were installed at 10 other sites. One establishment was sealed due to violations and fined 5,000 rupees.

According to the Environment Department, smoke emissions from commercial kitchens and barbecue spots will not be overlooked. In addition to the installation of suction hoods, their effective operation will also be ensured to keep smoke emissions under control.

Data analysis from ‘Climate Watch’ indicates that weak wind conditions may lead to the accumulation of pollution during the night and early morning hours. Consequently, monitoring sources of pollution and conducting field enforcement during these times have been prioritized.

Director General (DG) of the Environment Department, Abdullah Nayyar Sheikh, has made it clear that no leniency will be shown to those contributing to pollution during the smog season. Strict and immediate action will continue to be taken against industrial units, brick kilns, and commercial cooking establishments.

LAHORE:Operations against smog have been intensified across Punjab, resulting in the sealing of various sites, including industrial units and brick kilns.

Over the past 24 hours, field enforcement actions were taken against industrial units, brick kilns, barbecue establishments, and commercial cooking sites. Several locations were sealed, and fines totaling 405,000 rupees were imposed for violations.

Under the supervision of Director General (DG) of Environment, Abdullah Nayyar Sheikh, operations are being conducted against pollution sources following a “zero-tolerance” policy. Drone squads, night squads, and “Hawk-Eye” field squads have been deployed to maintain continuous surveillance of entities contributing to pollution.

According to data from the Environment Department, 27 industrial units across Punjab were inspected in the last 24 hours. Two units were issued notices regarding smog-related violations, while two units were sealed and fined 300,000 rupees.

Regarding brick kilns, 68 sites were inspected, two were sealed due to violations, and fines amounting to 100,000 rupees were imposed. The Environment Department has directed that indiscriminate action continues against all brick kilns found in violation of environmental regulations. Barbecue and commercial cooking establishments were also subjected to strict monitoring.

During inspections of 18 locations, two were issued ‘smog notices,’ while suction hoods were installed at 10 other sites. One establishment was sealed due to violations and fined 5,000 rupees.

According to the Environment Department, smoke emissions from commercial kitchens and barbecue spots will not be overlooked. In addition to the installation of suction hoods, their effective operation will also be ensured to keep smoke emissions under control.

Data analysis from ‘Climate Watch’ indicates that weak wind conditions may lead to the accumulation of pollution during the night and early morning hours. Consequently, monitoring sources of pollution and conducting field enforcement during these times have been prioritized.

Director General (DG) of the Environment Department, Abdullah Nayyar Sheikh, has made it clear that no leniency will be shown to those contributing to pollution during the smog season. Strict and immediate action will continue to be taken against industrial units, brick kilns, and commercial cooking establishments.