LAHORE: All private and public schools along with markets would remain closed on Wednesday due to the worsening smog situation in the provincial capital Lahore.
As per details, the Punjab government was considering implementing limitations similar to those imposed by the coronavirus in Lahore to manage the deteriorating pollution situation.
The government is rumored to announce a total shutdown on Wednesdays, with all businesses closed, including markets, factories, and schools.
The government departments will work with half their normal staff on Wednesdays under the new suggested strategy, while snap-checking should be done on Saturday and Sundays.
It has also been suggested to impose heavy fines on factories violating the law, said sources.
The unusual traffic in the metropolis is the main reason behind smog while emissions from factories only contribute 7% in overall pollution in Lahore.
Meanwhile, Commissioner Muhammad Ali Randhawa said the authorities will announce a work from home policy for two months to combat smog in the Lahore Division.
Lahore traders supported the measure to keep markets closed on Wednesdays, he said, adding that the traders can open markets on Sundays.
Earlier, the Lahore High Court (LHC) directed the authorities to fine vehicles over wrong parking in the provincial capital.
