Anti-Smog Rapid Enforcement Squads: Midnight Raids & Kiln Sealings

Operating under the direction of Director General EPA Punjab, Anti-Smog Rapid Enforcement Squads (ARES) conducted a series of midnight raids across Lahore, Sheikhupura, and Nankana Sahib districts. In a single operation, 14 illegally operating kilns were sealed, smoke-emitting vehicles were impounded, and industrial units found burning waste fuel were issued stop-work notices.