Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has imposed a complete province wide ban on the sale and use of e-cigarettes (vapes). This decision was announced during recent provincial cabinet meeting held in Lahore on June 3, 2025. The meeting had a comprehensive 101-point agenda which focuses on public welfare, environmental protection, infrastructure development, and digital innovation across various sectors in Punjab.
In addition to baning Vape, the cabinet also approved several other major public relief initiatives, which includes a 30% to 40% reduction in electricity tariffs, launch of Punjab first regional airline, and distribution of 1,100 free electric taxis in Lahore.
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Why Vape is Banned in Punjab
The ban on Vapes is address growing concerns over health implications due to vaping, particularly among young individuals. CM Maryam highlighted that unchecked use of vapes poses very serious health risks and contributes to long term diseases and addiction.
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Vape Crackdown Details
Following the ban on vapes in Punjab, the Provincial government has launched a province wide crackdown against sale and purchase of e-cigarettes and vapes. All vaping centers located in Punjab throughtout cities have been ordered to shut down shops immediately. District administrations and relevant institutions have been ordered to enforce the ban rigorously, targeting the distribution and consumption of these unhealthy products.
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Is Vape Ban Permenent
The decision of banning vape has sparked a mixed reaction in the province. While some commend that the ban is good and to protect younger generation, others express concerns over its implementation and potential unintended consequences. Discussions on social media reflect a spectrum of opinions, highlighting the complexity of the issue. It is not sure right now that if it stays permenently or temporarly.
Expert Opinions on Vape Ban in Punjab
Health experts says that the ban was required and good for the health, citing studies which indicates that the harmful effects of vaping in youth specificlly, including respiratory issues and increased nicotine dependence. They argued that the ban is a proactive measure to prevent potential public health crisis.
Quick FAQs
Punjab government has imposed a complete ban on sales and use of vapes & e-cigarettes, penalties for individual consumers have not been detailed for public directives. However, enforcement measures are expected to be imposed, in public spaces especially. It is advisable to not use vapes in public to avoid fines and legal proceding.
Yes, the ban includes all types of e-cigarettes, which includes flavored vapes aswell. The ban is effective across all cities of Punjab, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Bahawalpur, and others. This initiative is to stop rising trend of vaping among the youth.
The ban is on sale and purchase of and does not extend to traditional tobacco products. However, tobacco shops found selling e-cigarettes or operating without proper licenses may face closure. The government has taken action against unlicensed tobacco vendors under the Punjab Tobacco Vends Fees Act-1953 previously as well.
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