The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday expressed deep concern over the excessive construction activity across the city, identifying it as a major contributor to the soaring pollution levels and chronic smog. Justice Shahid Karim, presiding over petitions regarding smog and environmental pollution, observed that in these circumstances, measures like the anti-smog gun would be ineffective.
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The judge also pointed to smoke-emitting vehicles as a key factor in the high Air Quality Index (AQI), specifically noting that vehicles traveling from Karachi along the GT Road were increasing the AQI. Justice Karim subsequently ordered that environmental squads must be visibly present on city roads for the next two weeks to curb polluting vehicles.
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Furthermore, the LHC sought reports on several other issues, including the failure to enforce time restrictions on commercial activities and the slow pace of the Water and Sanitation Authority (WASA) in installing water meters. Dissatisfaction was also expressed regarding the progress of Miyawaki forests planted in areas like Johar Town. The judge concluded by emphasizing that only stern and decisive actions by departments with existing extensive powers, such as the environment department, could bring about meaningful environmental improvement.
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