The Punjab Environment Protection Department has launched an intensive crackdown across Lahore targeting vehicles operating without mandatory green stickers. This coordinated effort with the Punjab Safe City Authority aims to combat dangerous smog levels during the peak pollution season.
Massive Enforcement Operation Underway
According to official spokesperson Sajid Bashir, enforcement teams have already issued over 2,000 challans in just four days. The campaign leverages real-time data from Safe City cameras combined with the sticker issuance database to rapidly identify non-compliant vehicles.
Authorities have confirmed that the operation will intensify in the coming days as part of a zero-tolerance policy against vehicular emissions. Officials described this as a critical measure to protect public health during Lahore's severe smog period.
Strict Penalties for Repeat Offenders
The department has implemented escalating consequences for violations. Second-time offenders will face double fines, while vehicles caught for the third time will be impounded immediately on the spot.
Additionally, the Punjab EPA has begun enforcing complete restrictions on non-compliant vehicles across both Lahore city roads and the motorway network. Enforcement personnel have received strict instructions to inspect every vehicle lacking proper emissions certification.
Warning Against Fake Stickers
Authorities issued a strong warning against motorists using fake or self-fabricated green stickers. Such cases will lead to immediate penalties and vehicle seizure without any leniency.
EPA enforcement units, traffic police, and Safe City monitoring officers remain on high alert with continuous roadside checks, snap inspections, and surprise pickets established at key entry and exit points throughout the city.
The department has appealed to all motorists to cooperate for the sake of public health and air quality. Immediate fines and possible vehicle impounding are guaranteed for those driving without valid green stickers, according to the final public advisory.
