17 vehicles seized for causing smog

LAHORE : Seventeen vehicles were impounded for causing environmental pollution and 14 others fined Rs140,000 collectively during the last 24 hours, in the Lahore district.

Deputy Commissioner Syed Musa Raza told the media on Saturday that nine vehicles were also ticketed for lacking fitness certificates and being in poor condition.

The administration is encouraging residents to actively participate in addressing this issue by reporting any complaints related to smog and environmental pollution.

Complaints can be submitted through the Green Punjab App or by calling the dedicated helpline at 1373. For further concerns regarding smoke-emitting vehicles and transportation issues, citizens can also reach out via WhatsApp at 03210980980.The deputy commissioner emphasized the importance of community involvement, urging the public to take an active role in the fight against smog to improve air quality and protect the environment.

Meanwhile, Punjab Agriculture Secretary Iftikhar Ali Sahoo has said that practical steps are being taken to control smog.

He said this while presiding over the smog control meeting held at Agriculture House on Saturday.

He said that all possible resources and means were being used to implement the Punjab Chief Minister Smog Control Programme.

Super seeders were being provided to the farmers at a cost of Rs5 billion at 60pc subsidy, with the help of which the paddy residues would be made useful. A zero-tolerance policy was being followed against burning of paddy residue.

Secretary further said that a control room was also being established for proper implementation of the smog control programme. The relevant field formations were responsible for smog control.