Banned polythene bags seized in Gujrat

GUJRAT, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Apr, 2026) The environment department carried out inspections across the district on the directives of Assistant Director of Environment Usama Majid to ensure implementation of environmental laws.

According to official sources, 15 industrial units and brick kilns were inspected during the campaign.

Violations were found at two sites, where fines amounting to Rs. 200,000 were imposed and recovered.

Meanwhile, action was also taken against the use of polythene bags at 15 locations, during which 45 kilograms of banned polythene bags were seized.

Officials said that strict action against violators would continue to protect the environment from pollution.