Lahore, May 23, 2026: The Government of Punjab has decided to impose a fine of Rs50,000 on citizens found dumping animal remains and waste in streets and residential areas during Eid ul Adha.
The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to review foolproof cleanliness arrangements across the province for Eid ul Adha, according to an official statement issued on Saturday.
In Pakistan, Eid ul Adha is expected to fall on Wednesday, May 27, as announced by Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad.
During the meeting, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz directed authorities to ensure strict monitoring and prevention of dumping animal waste and remains at prohibited locations. Vigilance squads will be established across Punjab to monitor violations and enforce cleanliness regulations.
She also instructed the concerned departments to launch a public awareness campaign urging citizens not to throw animal waste in unauthorised places. Special cleaning and monitoring arrangements for drains, canals, and public spaces across the province were also ordered.
The chief minister further directed authorities to ensure cleanliness in private housing societies, railway colonies, and cantonment areas during Eid operations. Special cleaning arrangements have also been planned for 2,687 major commercial markets across Punjab.
Addressing officials via video link, Maryam Nawaz said all departments must function as “one government unit” to ensure the success of the cleanliness drive. She announced rewards for officers showing outstanding performance, while warning that negligence and public complaints would lead to strict accountability.
During the briefing, officials presented the “Suthra Punjab Operation” plan, under which biodegradable shopping bags will be distributed for the disposal of animal waste and remains.
Authorities also announced arrangements for rose water spraying at Eid prayer gatherings and mosques.
According to officials, nearly 176,000 sanitation workers and more than 8,000 temporary staff members will participate in the province-wide cleanliness operation.
The government has established 3,800 primary collection centres and designated 3,100 dumping sites for the disposal of animal remains, while an additional 7,000 dumping points will also be set up across Punjab.
More than 4,500 special camps will be established province-wide, and over 40,000 additional vehicles will be deployed during the operation. Authorities said loader rickshaws, mini dumpers, tractor trolleys, and pickup vehicles would also be hired to strengthen waste collection efforts.
The provincial government further announced that citizens would be able to register complaints and seek assistance through the “Suthra Punjab” helpline 1139 during Eid ul Adha.
