Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has announced that Wednesday remains a regular working day based on a better air quality index (AQI).

This means that educational institutions, markets, and offices will remain open in Lahore on Wednesdays.

In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Naqvi said that he held a crucial smog meeting with all cabinet members. The cabinet meeting decided that Wednesday will not be declared a holiday based on the air quality index.

The Chief Minister stressed the importance of cracking down on all sources of air pollution and ensuring the well-being of the residents. He stated, “The transport secretary, district administration, and police are on the ground to combat air pollution sources. We’re vigilant and taking proactive measures to keep the air quality index under control, he added.

With air quality becoming a grave concern, the Punjab government is taking a proactive stance to tackle the issue.

Earlier, it was decided to keep the schools, markets, banks, and private institutions closed every Wednesday aimed at reducing vehicular emissions and industrial activities to alleviate air pollution.