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The Environment Department has imposed a ban on outdoor barbeques at restaurants that fail to implement standard operating procedures (SOPs).

The regulation, issued by Environment DG , will go into effect on November 20 in response to Lahore’s escalating smog levels. 

The SOPs issued require restaurants and street vendors using wood and coal for barbeques to cover the BBQ grill with a hood. The establishments conducting outdoor barbeques must utilise hoods that stop smoke and chemical from emission and ensure frequent water spraying to reduce airborne pollutants. 

Lahore is facing a severe air quality crisis, with pollution levels reaching dangerous heights across the city. The city’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) hit an alarming record of 1,165 on Wednesday morning.