ISLAMABAD: Authorities in the federal capital have introduced new measures to curb smog and improve air quality, making carbon emission testing mandatory for all vehicles and banning open-air garbage burning across the city.
The decisions were made in a meeting chaired by CDA Chairman and Chief Commissioner Muhammad Ali Randhawa, attended by senior officials and environmental experts. Under the directives, brick kilns and industries must shift to eco-friendly technologies, with non-compliant units facing legal action and demolition.
Chairman Randhawa said the steps align with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision for environmental protection, directing strict enforcement of Pak-EPA regulations and dust control at construction sites.
Environmental expert Rizwan Mehmood recommended prioritizing pollution-absorbing tree species in plantation drives and promoting carpooling to cut vehicular emissions.
Officials noted that the measures aim to reduce smog and ensure a cleaner, healthier environment for Islamabad’s residents.
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