LAHORE: Anti-smog squads have been fully mobilised across all districts of the Lahore division — including Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, and Nankana Sahib — to monitor and take action against activities that cause smog.
The decision was shared during a meeting chaired by Lahore Commissioner Maryam Khan, which was also attended by deputy commissioners and senior officials.
Commissioner Maryam Khan said it was encouraging that anti-smog squads were now active in all districts. She directed them to strictly enforce Section 144 to stop the burning of crop residue near motorways and other areas. She also instructed all districts to continue their crackdown against the use of substandard fuel, garbage burning, and tyre burning, which contribute to air pollution.
During the meeting, officials briefed participants that there was no issue with wheat or flour supply in the Lahore division. A target has been set to sow wheat on 118,000 acres of land in the Lahore district this year.
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Regarding the dengue situation, it was reported that no deaths have been recorded so far, while nine new dengue cases were confirmed in Lahore in the past 24 hours. Authorities destroyed 1,686 dengue larvae sites during the same period. The meeting declared October a crucial month for dengue control and directed 100% larva surveillance across all areas.
Officials also informed that work to identify locations for e-bus stations in Lahore division would be completed soon. Meanwhile, district teams are conducting surveys in coordination with relevant departments to assess flood damage in affected areas.
Affordable Housing Project for Low-Income Families
The Punjab government has launched a large-scale housing project aimed at providing affordable and quality homes to low-income families.
Under the project, 57,000 houses will be built across the province, each equipped with solar energy systems, rainwater harvesting facilities, and modern amenities. The project will be supervised by the Housing Department to ensure construction standards and affordability.
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In the first phase, 20,000 houses will be constructed on 41 government-approved sites across Punjab. These housing units will be built on government land in 24 districts and allotted to deserving families through easy installment plans.
The plan includes:
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22 sites in 16 districts for 250 sq ft single-unit houses
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11 sites in five districts for three-storey 530 sq ft houses
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eight sites in three districts for four-storey 550 sq ft houses
According to the spokesperson, the entire project will be completed within five years, providing energy-efficient homes equipped with solar systems and rainwater harvesting setups.
