LAHORE – Marryam Khan has announced strict action against citizens found dumping sacrificial animal waste and remains into drains, canals, open plots, and streets during Eid-ul-Azha across Lahore Division. Violators may face fines of up to Rs50,000 as part of the government’s large-scale cleanliness campaign.
The warning was issued during a high-level meeting chaired by the commissioner on Saturday to review Eid-ul-Azha sanitation and waste management arrangements. Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ali Ijaz and officials from the Lahore Waste Management Company briefed participants on operational preparations for the upcoming festival.
Officials informed the meeting that a complete digital monitoring system would remain active throughout Eid-ul-Azha in all districts of Lahore Division. Mechanical equipment and sanitation machinery have already been deployed to improve surveillance and waste disposal operations.
According to the briefing, authorities will distribute more than 1.5 million environmentally friendly waste bags in Lahore, while over 850,000 additional bags will be provided in Kasur, Nankana Sahib, and Sheikhupura districts.
To facilitate public complaints and ensure smooth operations, around 300 camps will be established in Lahore, while 454 camps will operate across other districts of the division. These camps will also provide free waste bags to residents.
Commissioner Marryam Khan directed deputy commissioners and LWMC officials to maintain strict monitoring through a central control room. She added that surveillance in Lahore would be supported through Safe City cameras and drone monitoring to quickly identify sanitation issues and violations.
Authorities further revealed that nearly 25,000 sanitation workers would participate in the Eid cleanliness drive in Lahore alone, while approximately 37,000 workers would perform duties across the entire division.
The meeting also reviewed arrangements related to sacrificial animal hides. Officials stated that 452 applicants involved in hide collection had already received no-objection certificates (NOCs), while scrutiny of 82 more applications was still underway.
Meanwhile, trading activities continue at 30 cattle markets across the division, including seven major markets in Lahore. Authorities are also distributing around 2.3 million plastic bags through cattle markets, special camps, and door-to-door awareness campaigns.
The commissioner appealed to citizens to cooperate with sanitation teams by handing over animal waste directly to cleanliness workers instead of disposing of it in public places, stressing that public cooperation is essential for maintaining hygiene during Eid celebrations.
FAQs
What fine will be imposed for dumping sacrificial waste in public places?
Authorities have announced a fine of up to Rs50,000 for dumping animal waste in drains, canals, streets, and open plots during Eid-ul-Azha.
How many sanitation workers will participate in the Eid operation?
Around 25,000 workers will operate in Lahore, while nearly 37,000 workers will perform sanitation duties across Lahore Division.
How will authorities monitor cleanliness operations?
Officials will use a digital monitoring system, Safe City cameras, drones, and central control rooms for surveillance and monitoring.
How many waste bags will be distributed during Eid-ul-Azha?
More than 1.5 million eco-friendly waste bags will be distributed in Lahore and over 850,000 in other districts of the division.
How many complaint camps will be established?
Authorities will set up 300 camps in Lahore and 454 camps in Kasur, Nankana Sahib, and Sheikhupura for complaints and free waste bag distribution.
How many cattle markets are operating in Lahore Division?
There are 30 cattle markets functioning across Lahore Division, including seven in Lahore city.
Conclusion
The Lahore administration has intensified its Eid-ul-Azha cleanliness strategy with strict monitoring, heavy fines, digital surveillance, and large-scale deployment of sanitation workers. Authorities aim to ensure a clean and healthy environment during the religious festival while encouraging citizens to play their part by responsibly disposing of sacrificial waste.
