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Smog Emergency

Health Emergency Declared in Multan, Lahore Due to Severe Smog

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The Punjab government has declared a health emergency in Multan and Lahore amid worsening smog conditions. Senior Minister for Information and Environment Protection, Marriyum Aurangzeb, confirmed the decision during a press conference, emphasizing the severity of the situation. She stated that the smog has caused a sharp rise in respiratory problems, affecting over 600,000 people […]

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Punjab Extends School Closures Due to Rising Smog

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In response to a severe increase in air pollution, the Punjab government has expanded the closure of schools and colleges to five additional divisions. The decision, announced by the Environmental Protection Department, affects educational institutions in Sargodha, Rawalpindi, Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, and Sahiwal divisions, which will remain closed from November 13 to 17. Previously, […]

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