Punjab imposes Section 144 amid monsoon rains

LAHORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 27th Jul, 2026) Punjab Home Department imposed Section 144 across the province for 60 days in view of the ongoing monsoon rains, flooding and prevailing weather conditions to protect human lives.

According to a spokesperson for the Punjab Home Department, the restrictions prohibit bathing in accumulated rainwater on streets, roads, open areas, and other public places. Swimming in dams, rivers, canals, ponds, lakes and distributaries had also been banned.

The spokesperson said unauthorized boating in dams, rivers, canals, ponds, lakes and distributaries had also been prohibited under Section 144.

The orders were issued by the Punjab Home Secretary under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, through a formal notification.

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The Home Department said recent monsoon rains had led to the accumulation of water in low-lying areas, streets and open spaces, while water levels in dams, rivers, canals, ponds and lakes had risen significantly, increasing the risk of drowning and other accidents.

The spokesperson said the restrictions had been imposed to safeguard precious human lives and prevent any untoward incidents during the monsoon season.

The provincial administration and law enforcement agencies had been directed to ensure strict implementation of the orders, while all relevant departments had been instructed to launch a public awareness campaign to inform citizens about the restrictions and encourage them to observe safety precautions.