Rawalpindi: The district administration of Rawalpindi has decided to remove all large and small industries, warehouses, and other businesses from the residential neighbourhoods in the city, a news source reported on February 24.
As per the details, the Civil Defence Department has formed five teams for the survey of the residential areas to assess where unlawful businesses and industries are functioning. It was shared that the survey is expected to be completed within two weeks. After the survey is completed, the Rawalpindi Municipal Council, the Cantonment Boards, and Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) will take against the businesses.
Reportedly, the Civil Defence Department officer mentioned that manufacturers producing cardboard, chemicals, plastics, textiles, and explosives are functioning in the residential areas, which poses a serious risk to the safety of the locals. It was also shared that the businesses are unlawfully using gas and power and evading taxes.
The new source mentioned that the businesses and industries will be relocated outside of the town within the next 90 days. If the businesses refuse to leave after being given warnings, they will be subject to commercial property tax, energy and gas taxes arrears. The said businesses will be closed as well.
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