The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration took action against several halls to enforce the one-dish rule, imposed fines, filed cases on repeat violations, and make arrests.
According to the district administration, strict checks were carried out at various wedding venues across the city to ensure compliance with the one-dish rule. During these inspections, several halls were found serving more than one dish, which is a violation of the policy set by the federal government. As a result, action was taken on the spot, and a number of venues were sealed.
Officials said that fines were also imposed on halls that failed to follow the rule. The administration warned that repeated violations would lead to stricter legal action. In cases where wedding hall management was found violating the policy for the second time, formal cases were registered against both managers and owners. Assistant Commissioners led the operations in different areas. They supervised inspections and ensured that action was taken against those responsible. In several instances, individuals linked to the management of these venues were taken into custody and shifted to lock-ups after violations were confirmed.
Deputy Commissioner Islamabad Irfan Memon has directed officials to continue the crackdown without discrimination. He said that no leniency would be shown to those who fail to follow the policy, regardless of their status or influence. The district administration has also appealed to citizens to cooperate in implementing the one-dish policy. Residents have been urged to follow the rule during wedding events and support the administration’s efforts to ensure compliance across the city. Officials reiterated that the federal government’s one-dish policy would be enforced in all cases. They said the aim is to maintain uniformity at wedding functions and ensure that the law is followed by all.