LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced cutting-edge thermal imaging technology for *24/7 satellite monitoring of forests, enabling *real-time detection of forest fires, illegal logging, and unauthorized activities.
Punjab is the first province in Pakistan to deploy *thermal imaging for forest surveillance, launched under the directives of **Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The initiative has commenced in **Murree and Rawalpindi, with enhanced *nighttime patrolling and live satellite feeds ensuring constant oversight. A specialized team of artificial intelligence (AI) experts will manage the system.
The technology operates on *advanced algorithms, enabling *instant detection, data processing, analysis, and reporting.
Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb highlighted the initiative’s significance, stating:
“We will not allow deforestation or forest fires. Illegal hunting will also be prevented, and criminals will now be caught using modern technology.”
Beyond *forest conservation, this system will also enhance **urban crime prevention, support **afforestation efforts, and protect *agriculture, livestock, fisheries, and wildlife resources.
