Lahore, Nov. 10 -- The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Monday directed all relevant departments to submit detailed progress reports on anti-smog measures by November 12, as the city continues to struggle with deteriorating air quality. Justice Shahid Karim issued these instructions while hearing multiple petitions concerning smog prevention and environmental protection, stressing that vague promises would no longer be acceptable. The court emphasized the need for timely and verifiable action to address Lahore's persistent pollution problem.

During the hearing, representatives from several government departments, including the Motorway Police and the Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA), appeared before the court. A member of the Judicial Wa...