Faisalabad Hospitals Ordered to Enforce Smoking Ban

Faisalabad: (Web Deski) – Following directives from the Deputy Commissioner Faisalabad, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Health has issued a notification to all government and private hospitals in Faisalabad, imposing an immediate ban on smoking.

The notification instructs hospitals to enforce the ban across offices, sub-offices, and other areas. Signboards highlighting the prohibition must be displayed, and proper staff training should be conducted to ensure compliance. Hospitals are required to submit monthly reports to the relevant department detailing enforcement measures.

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This move aligns with the Punjab government’s 2025 directive for strict enforcement of the Prohibition of Smoking Ordinance 2002, which carries fines of up to Rs100,000 for violations in public spaces. Smoking is prohibited in educational institutions, government offices, hospitals, shopping malls, and public transport, with penalties ranging from Rs1,000 to Rs100,000 depending on the severity of the offence.

Officials emphasized that the ban is part of ongoing efforts to promote public health and reduce tobacco-related risks across the province.