Schools and businesses are gradually reopening following the government\u2019s successful efforts to control smog in the region
\n ISLAMABAD
\nPunjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari Tuesday announced that electric buses would roll out in the province by December\u2019s end, a major step to combat smog and boost eco-friendly transportation.
\nThe government\u2019s long-term plan, led by the Chief Minister, would further reduce pollution and switch to environmentally friendly transportation solutions. Azma Bokhari, in an exclusive talk with a private news channel, unveiled Punjab\u2019s ambitious plan to revolutionize public transportation in Lahore, adding, \u201cWe are committed to providing eco-friendly transportation solutions to our citizens.\u201d
\n\u201cThe 300 electric buses will not only reduce environmental pollution but also provide a comfortable and efficient commute experience,\u201d Bokhari explained. She also expressed her gratitude to Allah and praised the environment department for effectively managing the smog situation in Punjab and revealed, \u201cThe Punjab government is planning to transition to green technology soon.\u201d
\n\u201cThis shift towards green technology is part of the government\u2019s long-term plan and vision of Chief Minister Punjab to reduce pollution and promote sustainable development,\u201d she added. Bokhari also shared some encouraging updates on the smog situation in Punjab.
\n\u201cSchools and businesses are gradually reopening following the government\u2019s successful efforts to control smog in the region. This is definitely a step in the right direction,\u201d she announced. The minister further emphasized the importance of adopting a long-term approach to tackle environmental issues.
\n\u201cChanging our lifestyle and planting more trees are crucial for a sustainable future,\u201d she stressed. \u201cThis shift in mindset is essential for reducing pollution and promoting eco-friendly practices in Punjab,\u201d she said. \u201cThese efforts demonstrate the government\u2019s commitment to creating a healthier environment for citizens and promoting sustainable growth in the region,\u201d she added.
\n\u201cKey measures to combat smog, including restricting construction and mandating full coverage of vehicles carrying construction materials. Factories not covering chimneys will face deadlines, while a 24\/7 control room will monitor smog levels,\u201d Azma Bokhari outlined. \u201cElectric bikes will be provided to students, and vehicles causing smog will be fined. To tackle stable burning, drones will be deployed for surveillance in Punjab,\u201d she mentioned.
\nIn response to PTI\u2019s protest call towards Islamabad on November 24, she replied, \u201cImran Khan\u2019s party had consistently engaged in a politics of lawlessness, and their latest move is seen as an attempt to create political instability through disruptive means.\u201d \u201cSuch efforts to spread chaos will not be tolerated in Islamabad,\u201d she assured. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Schools and businesses are gradually reopening following the government\u2019s successful efforts to control smog in the region ISLAMABAD Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari Tuesday announced that electric buses would roll out in the province by December\u2019s end, a major step to combat smog and boost eco-friendly transportation. The government\u2019s long-term plan, led by the Chief […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":434607,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-444515","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n