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The Lahore High Court has issued new orders in a series of measures aimed at controlling the rising smog levels in Punjab.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Justice Shahid Karim, presiding over a hearing on citizen petitions for smog control, directed that all markets in the province must close by 8pm, with complete closures on Sundays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The court emphasised that smoke-emitting vehicles and heavy trucks entering Lahore and surrounding areas are a major source of pollution. Consequently, the court ordered a ban on smoke-emitting vehicles on motorways and ring roads. It also urged the provincial administration to restrict the entry of trucks and trawlers into the city, calling them are a major cause of smog and environmental pollution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The court has also instructed that Dolphin Force and other police personnel be deployed to manage and control heavy traffic effectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Justice Shahid Karim expressed concern over the lack of action from the Transport Department, questioning why vehicles without valid fitness certificates are still allowed on the roads and why smoke-emitting buses, despite receiving notices, continue to operate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“At every hearing, the court asks the government to take measures for smog control. The real cause of pollution is the release of smoke from heavy traffic. If notices have been given to lorries and buses, why have they not stopped plying yet?” the judge asked. The court suggested imposing a fine of Rs50,000 on buses that violate pollution standards, insisting that strict measures be enforced.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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