November 22, 2023
The Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) is unwavering in its commitment to combat the issue of smog, the company has embarked on a specialized cleaning operation that includes scraping, washing, sprinkling, and anti-smog measures, targeting more than 40 major thoroughfares in Lahore. This comprehensive initiative is further bolstered by daily manual scraping of over 100 kilometers of lengthy roads and water sprinkling on an additional 300 kilometers of roads. Moreover, the LWMC is actively engaged in mechanical sweeping efforts covering an extensive 950 kilometers of roads and implementing mechanical washing initiatives on an additional 150 kilometers of roadways. The teams from LWMC are diligently working to moisten high air quality index areas (AQI) twice daily.
According to LWMC spokesperson Umar Chaudhary, the extensive plan includes scraping and washing activities on prominent roads such as Ferozepur Road, Main Boulevard Gulberg, Noor Jahan Road, and Mall Road. Additionally, Sagiyan Road, Taj Company Road, Shahdara Chowk, GT Road, Truck Adda, and Lari Adda are part of this vital initiative. The plan also covers Circular Road, Aik Moria Pull, Railway Station, Shalamar Bagh, Bhogiwal Road, Daroghawala, and Salamatpura, where scraping and sprinkling efforts are underway. In Mominpura Bhini Road, Dharampura, Harbanspura, and Rehmanpura, scraping activities are making headway. Furthermore, LWMC squads are dedicated to anti-smog activities on key routes such as Maulana Shaukat Ali Road, Pico Road, Allah Hoo Chowk, College Road, Bagrian Chowk, Kacha Jail Road, Madar e Millat Road, Multan Road, Thokar Chowk, MAO Chowk, Chauburji, and Azadi Chowk.
The commitment to cleanliness extends even into the night, with road washing efforts continuing during the night shift. CEO Babar Sahib Din reaffirmed the organization’s top priority, which is to provide Lahore’s citizens with a clean and safe environment. He urged citizens to take preventive measures against smog, including refraining from burning or disposing of garbage improperly and always using designated trash bins. In the event of concerns related to LWMC’s cleaning services or any cleanliness-related complaints, citizens are encouraged to reach out via the LWMC helpline at 1139 or connect through social media channels. The LWMC remains dedicated to its mission of ensuring a smog-free and pristine Lahore.Lahore ( ) LWMC Chief Executive Officer Babar Sahib Din conducted on-site inspections in Wahga Town, Shalimar Town, and Aziz Bhatti Town to assess the efficiency of LWMC’s operation teams and enforcement wing. Notably, enforcement teams were deployed to clear open plots along Bedian and Barki roads, targeting illegal dumping activities. During the inspection, CEO Babar Sahib Din emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for negligence in Lahore’s cleaning efforts, particularly in the context of smog. Rigorous measures, including sweeping, scraping, and washing, are underway on all main roads. LWMC operation teams are working tirelessly in three shifts to combat the smog menace.
According to LWMC spokesperson Umar Chaudhary, CEO Babar Sahib Din issued the instructions for daily reports from enforcement teams on Bedian Road and Barki Road. Furthermore, there is a renewed focus on scraping activities along Shalimar Link Road, GT Road, and Canal Road. Directives were also given to enhance manual sweeping on center dividers and roadsides. CEO Babar Sahib Din restated his commitment to the provision of a smog-free environment for Lahorites, urging their cooperation. Citizens were requested to refrain from spreading and burning solid waste, stressing that such actions constitute legal offenses. To streamline sanitation-related complaints, LWMC encourages citizens to use their helpline 1139 or engage through social handles. The CEO highlighted the importance of responsible waste disposal and urged citizens to use dustbins to avoid legal consequences.
