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FAISALABAD, Oct 28 (APP):The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sealed a sizing unit in a small industrial estate on Tuesday for failing to implement proper anti-smog measures. The unit, located on Daewoo Road, was found to be emitting smoke without any effective pollution control mechanisms.
According to official sources, the owner of the unit was fined Rs 200,000 for non-compliance. The inspection team, led by Deputy Director of Environmental Protection, Usman Azhar, conducted a thorough check and confirmed the presence of smoke emissions, which violated environmental regulations aimed at combating air pollution.
The EPA’s action is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that industrial units adhere to environmental standards and contribute to reducing smog and pollution in the region.