(METROPOLITAN) Caretaker CM Punjab takes measures to combat smog.

LAHORE -- In light of the prevailing smog conditions, it has been decided that educational institutions in Punjab will not observe a holiday on Wednesday this week.

A special meeting focusing on anti-smog measures was convened at the Chief Minister's Office, presided over by Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi, with the participation of provincial ministers.

During the meeting, it was unanimously agreed, based on an improvement in the air quality index, that Wednesday will not be declared a holiday.

CM Mohsin Naqvi issued directives to the Inspector General of Police and Secretary Transport for a continued and effective crackdown on vehicles emitting smoke. He emphasized the need for relentless action against brick kilns and factories that contribute to smog.

Factories emitting excessive smoke and engaged in the burning of tires will face immediate...