Islamabad Air Pollution: Pak-EPA Launches Crackdown on Smoke-Emitting Vehicles
The Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA) has intensified its vehicle inspections across Islamabad in a major effort to combat rising air pollution and recurring smog episodes in the federal capital. The agency has warned that smoke-emitting vehicles will face strict action, signaling a zero-tolerance approach to vehicular emissions.
In an exclusive interview with APP, Pak-EPA Director General Nazia Zaib Ali confirmed that enforcement teams are actively monitoring high-traffic corridors, major roads, and intersections to identify vehicles releasing excessive smoke.
“Smoke-emitting vehicles will not be allowed to operate in Islamabad under any circumstances,” Zaib Ali stated. “This is not just a regulatory issue — it is a public health emergency. Vehicular smoke is poisoning the air our children breathe.”
She emphasized that improving Islamabad’s air quality is a shared responsibility. Citizens’ cooperation with the agency’s enforcement drive is crucial to reducing pollution levels and safeguarding public health.
Pak-EPA officials highlighted that strict adherence to emission standards and participation in the vehicle inspections and crackdown are key steps toward achieving a cleaner, healthier, and more livable capital city.
With urban air pollution continuing to pose serious health risks, the agency’s crackdown on smoke-emitting vehicles represents a significant step in the fight against Islamabad air pollution. Vehicle owners are urged to maintain their cars and comply with emission regulations to support a safer environment for all residents.