The Suthra Punjab Agency Lahore (SPAL) has launched a specialized cleaning operation, ensuring that 700 SPAL workers deployed for Urs and Chehlum maintain hygiene standards across Lahore.
With thousands of devotees expected to gather for the 983rd annual Urs of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh and the upcoming observance of Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), the agency is prioritizing the areas surrounding the shrines. This deployment aims to prevent the accumulation of waste during one of the city's busiest religious periods.
Managing the 700 SPAL workers deployed for Urs and Chehlum
The sanitation plan involves a three-shift rotation to ensure 24-hour coverage. Waste collection vehicles have been assigned to specific routes near the Data Darbar complex and major arterial roads leading to the site. Officials have confirmed that additional containers are being placed at high-traffic entry points to manage the increased volume of refuse generated by street vendors and food stalls.
- Dedicated teams for manual sweeping and mechanical washing.
- Immediate waste disposal protocols for food waste.
- Constant monitoring of drainage systems to prevent blockages.
What you should do as a visitor
If you are planning to visit the shrine during these days, please assist the sanitation teams by using designated trash bins instead of littering the streets. Traffic congestion is expected to be heavy, so consider using public transport or parking vehicles in officially designated areas outside the core event zone. Keeping the area clean helps the staff manage the massive influx of people more efficiently.
What to watch next
Keep an eye on local traffic updates from the City Traffic Police Lahore, as road closures or diversions are likely to be implemented to accommodate the processions. The provincial government may also announce additional security measures, including the suspension of mobile services in specific radii if deemed necessary by the administration. Stay tuned to official updates to avoid unnecessary travel delays.