Lahore; Decision to close schools, markets, public and private institutions due to smog

The traders accepted the proposal of Commissioner Lahore and CCPO

School close

Due to smog and increasing pollution in the city, Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi gave a big order. Commissioner Lahore Muhammad Ali Randhawa has met with a delegation of traders, in the meeting it has been decided to close the markets on Wednesday as well.


Commissioner Lahore Muhammad Ali Randhawa said that work from home will be done. To remedy the smog, the traders accepted the proposal of Commissioner Lahore and CCPO.


Commissioner Lahore Muhammad Ali Randhawa, in a meeting with a delegation of traders, it was decided that schools, markets, government and private institutions will also be closed on Wednesday. Smog and air pollution have been foreseen.


CCPO Bilal Siddique Kamiana said that smog index is higher on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Traders can jump and open mines regularly if they wish.


Commissioner Lahore Division said that October and November are very important months in terms of smog. Schools will also be closed on Wednesday. School administration will work from home, banks, private institutions, markets, clubs, hotels will be closed.


However, this decision will be implemented next week after the approval of the cabinet.