Health minister visits PDMA, says efforts intensified to combat smog

Author: APP

Punjab Health Minister and Chairman Cabinet Committee on Disaster Management Khawaja Salman Rafique has said that the Punjab government is taking all possible measures to combat smog. During a visit to the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) office on Saturday, he emphasized the importance of public cooperation in addressing the environmental challenge.

Speaking to the media, the minister highlighted the government’s efforts to raise awareness through print, electronic, and social media. “Smog can be avoided by taking precautionary measures, and citizens are urged to follow the advised lockdown for their safety,” he said.

Khawaja Salman Rafique assured that the provincial government is working on long-term policies to eliminate smog, focusing on sustainable solutions to address the recurring issue.

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