LAHORE: Operations are underway across the province to prevent smog and protect the environment. So far, 863 individuals have been arrested, and 1123 cases have been registered in the anti-smog crackdown.

In Lahore, 71 individuals were arrested and 182 cases registered in the anti-smog operations. A total of 158,579 vehicles were challaned and fined more than Rs255 millionfor emitting excessive smoke on roads. The route permits of 1,507 vehicles were suspended while FIRs were also registered against 172 vehicles.

IGP Dr Usman Anwar has instructed the acceleration of anti-smog efforts on highways, industrial zones, and other areas.

Published in Dawn, October 23th, 2024