Lahore to Suspend Route Permits of Smoke-Emitting Vehicles
Lahore Traffic Police have confirmed aims to suspend the route permits and driving licenses of commercial vehicle operators discovered driving smoke-emitting vehicles as part of efforts to tackle smog in the city.
Lahore Traffic Police have confirmed aims to suspend the route permits and driving licenses of commercial vehicle operators discovered driving smoke-emitting vehicles as part of efforts to tackle smog in the city.
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- Authorities have additionally taken action against 233, 476 vehicles for overloading and 6, 745 vehicles transporting sand, soil, and other pollution-causing materials without protective covers.
- According to The CTO further, trolleys and dump trucks carrying sand and soil without protective covers would not be allowed to enter Lahore.
Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Lahore Syed Abdul Rahim Shirazi remarked strict action would be taken against vehicles contributing to air pollution, adding that driving licenses of those operating smoke-emitting vehicles would additionally be suspended. Man Dies After Traffic Police Seizes His Motorcycle.
Notably, the traffic police have intensified enforcement by setting up special late-night checkpoints to identify smoke-emitting, overloaded, and poorly maintained vehicles.
While action has been taken against 22, 241 vehicles operating without fitness certificates or in poor condition, according to the CTO, 9, 998 tickets have been issued to smoke-emitting vehicles.
Authorities have additionally taken action against 233, 476 vehicles for overloading and 6, 745 vehicles transporting sand, soil, and other pollution-causing materials without protective covers. Karachi and Lahore Airports to Obtain Bigger.
Meanwhile, letters have been sent to a number of administration and semi-government organizations to ensure the timely repair and maintenance of smoke-emitting vehicles.
Traffic police authorities stated enforcement measures would be further strengthened to control smog and reduce air pollution, emphasizing that strict action is necessary to protect public health and safety. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.
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Taken together, the developments around lahore to Suspend Route Permits of Smoke point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.



