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Mapping the Smog: Punjab’s Data-Driven Approach

For decades, seasonal smog crippled Punjab, sparking health emergencies, halting traffic, and harming the environment. In 2025, the provincial government launched a decisive campaign against smog, replacing outdated, temporary solutions with a data-based strategy.

A New Era of Accountability and Enforcement

Punjab now measures, maps, monitors, and enforces pollution control rigorously. No major polluter evades oversight—every brick kiln, industrial site, vehicle, construction dust source, and agricultural fire is tracked, analyzed, and addressed promptly.

Comprehensive Pollution Tracking

Reliable Real-Time Data for Residents

Air-quality stations measure PM2.5 and PM10 particles continuously, offering residents immediate information on air conditions. This transparency helps raise awareness and supports stronger community engagement.

Punjab's initiative is described as "its most ambitious, data-driven air-quality management in history, blending cutting-edge technology, firm governance, and active citizen participation to restore clean air."

By integrating technology with governance and public involvement, Punjab sets a new standard in fight against air pollution, prioritizing health and environmental well-being.

Summary: Punjab's innovative smog control, powered by real-time data and advanced technology, creates strict accountability and active citizen engagement to significantly improve air quality and public health.

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The Express Tribune The Express Tribune — 2025-11-07

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