Ban imposed on leaving pits open

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APP February 20, 2026 Less than a minute read

A large sinkhole filled with rainwater appears on a busy road near Wahdat Colony after rain. FILE PHOTO: APP 

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MUZAFFARGARH:

The district administration has imposed a ban on leaving open pits and deep spots unattended without proper safety arrangements to prevent potential hazards to public safety.

Layyah Deputy Commissioner Asif Ali issued strict directives requiring landowners and responsible individuals to immediately fill, cover or secure pits, ponds and other places where water accumulates.

The DC stated that stagnant water in open pits and ditches provided breeding grounds for mosquitoes and posed risks of drowning, particularly for children.