In compliance with the directive from the Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi, CEO CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, reviewed initiatives of the authority to curb smog and air pollution. Imran Amin, accompanied by a distinguished team, embarked on a thorough inspection of various sites, including CBD Punjab Quaid District, Ghora Chowk Flyover, and Walton Railway Crossing. The collaborative effort included the esteemed presence of CBD Punjab’s Chairman of the Board, Fazeel Asif Jah, along with the Executive Director Commercial CBD Punjab, Mohammed Omer, Executive Director Technical CBD Punjab, Riaz Hussain, Director Project Management CBD Punjab, Asif Iqbal, Director Construction CBD Punjab, Asif Babar, and Director Architecture CBD Punjab, Sameer Aftab. CBD Punjab Technical Team, Nespak representatives, and the official contractor actively participated during the visit.
One of the notable measures observed during the inspection was the efficient utilization of rainwater harvested from the tank at Saint Mary Park for sprinkling water on construction sites, which is helpful in curbing dust pollution, actively participating towards controlling smog and showcasing CBD Punjab’s commitment to water conservation.
Furthermore, in a bid to enhance the region’s green cover, CBD Punjab has initiated a large-scale plantation drive, contributing to the overall environmental sustainability efforts in the area.
While expressing his views during the visit CEO CBD Punjab, Mr. Imran Amin, stated, “Our concerted efforts to tackle air pollution and promote eco-friendly practices are in line with our commitment to sustainable development and a healthier environment for all.”
CBD Punjab, being a responsible authority, is taking all necessary measures to control smog and air pollution. These precautions are a stepping stone towards a healthier and greener Punjab. Moreover, Punjab Transport Secretary Ahmed Javed Qazi said on Saturday that Lahore has to be made smog free.
Talking to media, he said that smoky vehicles would not be allowed to enter or ply the roads of the city. “If someone deputed on duty was found negligent in enforcing the laws, they will be dealt with an iron hand, he added. He said a tree planting drive had also been launched in Lahore, in a bid to control smog. “In this connection, the Punjab Transport Authority (PTC) Enforcement Wing has intensified operations against smoke-emitting vehicles and particularly the transport of public and private schools, colleges and universities,” he maintained. Chief Executive Officers Punjab Transport Company (PTC) Faiq Ahmad said that he would monitor the drive against vehicles without fitness certificates and those violating environmental laws. He urged the owners and drivers of public transport to abide by transport fitness laws as the Punjab transport secretary had issued orders to take strict action against smoky vehicles.
On the directions of Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Inspector General of Police Dr. Usman Anwar (IG), the entry of vehicles causing environmental pollution in the city has been stopped from Oct 11. The campaign has been launched in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency (ECP). Environment Protection Department Deputy Director Naseem-ur-Rehman Shah told media that it was the responsibility of owners and drivers of public transport to obtain a fitness certificate from the Vehicle Inspection Workshop and use quality petrol, diesel and engine oil in their vehicles and avoid overloading.
