PESHAWAR
The district administration in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Department has sealed 12 poultry feed factories in Haripur’s Industrial Estate following numerous public complaints about foul odors and air pollution.
According to the district administration, the action was taken due to environmental pollution, poor sanitation, improper disposal of industrial waste and wastewater and alleged violations of labor laws.
The crackdown, carried out under the supervision of the district administration, targeted factories found to be contributing to environmental degradation and creating health concerns for nearby residents.
Authorities have also directed the police to initiate legal action regarding the alleged illegal transportation and disposal of poultry waste.
The district administration warned other industries operating in the Industrial Estate to strictly comply with environmental regulations, labor laws, sanitation standards, and waste management rules.
Officials reiterated that providing citizens with a clean and healthy environment remains a top priority, adding that strict action against environmental violations will continue in the future.
