Punjab Considers Lockdown as Lahore Air Quality Reaches Critical Levels

In response to Lahore’s deteriorating air quality, the Punjab government is considering a potential lockdown to address the alarming pollution levels affecting residents. Lahore’s air quality index (AQI) has surged into hazardous territory, putting the city among the most polluted in the world. Citizens are experiencing health impacts ranging from respiratory problems to eye and throat irritation, prompting calls for immediate action.

Officials are exploring options such as temporarily closing schools, implementing remote work mandates, and restricting vehicular movement. The provincial government is also coordinating with environmental agencies to combat pollution sources like industrial emissions, crop burning, and traffic congestion.