Islamabad, June 4, 2025: Punjab Home Department has imposed Section 144 around airports and air force bases, covering a 15-kilometre area from June 5 to June 20. This move aims to protect flights, especially with Eid-ul-Adha nearing.
Discarding meat near airports after Eid-ul-Adha celebrations often attracts birds to these areas. This poses a significant risk to aircraft safety, passengers, and nearby communities. In recent years, awareness drives have been carried out to reduce such risks.
According to the official notification by Punjab’s home department, activities prohibited under Section 144 within a 15-km radius of all airports and airbases include flying pigeons, setting off fireworks, operating drones and laser pointers, and disposing of sacrificial or charity meat. This restriction will remain effective until June 20.
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These actions are seen as threats to flight safety and the decision has been taken to safeguard human life and property. All deputy commissioners have been instructed to implement extra cleanliness measures at airports and surrounding areas.
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In recent years, there have been several cases before where birds hit airplanes in Pakistan, causing flight delays. This order is meant to prevent such incidents.
