LAHORE: Punjab government has installed Emission Control System(ECS) in 96 percent of Lahore’s industries under measures taken to check poor air and pollution.
According to the Air Quality Index, the air quality index of Lahore was recorded at 5 am today at 98, while at this time the air quality index of Lahore is up to 166.
On the other hand, emission control systems have been installed in 96 percent of Lahore's industries, while 21 industrial units that do not follow environmental laws have been sealed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
According to the Urban Unit Survey, in April 2024, industries having air cleaning systems in Lahore remained 43 percent, which has increased to 96 percent in December due to the efforts of EPA.
Environment Protection Department has established 25 AQI monitoring stations in different cities while work is going on at 35 AQI monitoring stations in different cities.
EPA inspected 2883 industrial units in Lahore from March 27 to December 27, issuing notices to 860 industrial units and imposing a fine of Rs 45.6 million, sealing 225 units, 105 FIRs and 56 units demolished during the inspection.
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In this regard, the senior minister of Punjab Maryam Aurangzeb says that Punjab government is also getting the support of the private sector for the elimination of environmental pollution.
