Islamabad Sets Nov. 17 Crackdown on Smoke-Emitting Vehicles as Checks Begin Citywide
Officials are deploying on-the-spot testing to reduce smog risks for vulnerable residents.
Overview
- Pak-EPA announced that full enforcement begins on November 17, with fines and possible impoundment for vehicles exceeding emission limits.
- Stationary and mobile units are already testing exhaust at D-Chowk, F-9 Park and the Islamabad Expressway, with surprise inspections in busy commercial zones.
- The effort is a joint operation by Pak-EPA, the Islamabad Transport Authority, Islamabad Police and the Islamabad Traffic Police under the Islamabad Administration and the climate ministry.
- Motorists are urged to get vehicles tested and obtain Pak-EPA clearance stickers before November 17, with information available at 051-9250713 during working hours.
- Authorities cite vehicles, industrial pollution and open burning of waste and crop residue as key smog drivers, and they advise limiting private travel, using public transport and maintaining vehicles.