Workshops, scrap dealers, and old-tyre shops along Nullah Leh have increased the burning of tyres, plastic, and other refuse to recover oil and salvageable items. This burning activity takes place at multiple spots on both sides of Nullah Leh, spanning from Dhoke Ratta Bridge to Pirwadhai Bridge.
Residents from areas including Dhoke Ratta, Bhodha Godam, Ratta Amral, Hazara Colony, Fauji Colony, Dhoke Hassu, Dhoke Mangtal, and Pirwadhai have reported experiencing respiratory and other health problems. Citizens reported that the burning of scrap, plastic, tyres, and general household waste occurred throughout the day, evening, and night.
Citizens Waqar Shah, Fayyaz Akbar, and Nadeem Akhtar stated that the practice of burning tyres, plastic, and waste is prohibited. Furthermore, the government had previously enacted a complete prohibition on burning old tyres for the purpose of extracting black oil.
The disposal of the burnt remains into the nullah has become a routine occurrence, rather than proper waste management. Citizens Waqar Shah, Fayyaz Akbar, and Akhtar called upon the Environmental Protection Department to immediately cease this activity.
Residents also urged authorities to conduct regular inspections of the tyre shops, scrap yards, and workshops situated along the waterway. Additionally, residents demanded the prompt removal of the waste and burnt tyre residue accumulated along Nullah Leh.
