Lahore: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) on Tuesday urged the government to reopen recreational parks in the city, a news source reported. To this effect, representatives from the travel and tourism sector stated that the prolonged closure had put investment worth billions at stake.
Addressing a press conference at the LCCI, the representatives said that when opened, the authorities concerned would ensure the implementation of SOPs and other safety measures in the parks. They added that recreational parks were a significant part of the country’s tourism sector. They revealed that those investing in these parks were spending a lot but earning nothing in return due to the closure since four months.
LCCI appreciated the government for reopening businesses and asked to reopen parks similarly. The representatives said that parks were also important for the well-being of the community. They added that reopening recreational parks would be the first step towards rehabilitation of the sector amid the virus crises.
