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WCLA Tells Court 346 Walled City Buildings Are Unsafe Before Basant

The High Court pressed for concrete safety measures in response to petitions over the festival.

Overview

  • A WCLA survey found 346 dangerous structures in the Walled City, including 183 irreparable and 163 repairable buildings.
  • The report said 92 buildings have been evacuated while 254 declared-unsafe properties remain occupied, with 103 irreparable and 151 repairable.
  • Among the evacuated sites, 80 were marked for demolition and 12 for repair.
  • Authorities warned that rooftops on risky buildings are unsafe for Basant activities, with warning banners, sealing requests, and police deployment recommended.
  • The Lahore High Court sought a detailed safety plan as officials reported an ongoing awareness campaign, a control room at the DC Office, and coordination with the power utility.