Maryam Nawaz admitted to hospital ahead of her London trip

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has been hospitalised, delaying her planned departure for London.

Initially scheduled to leave tonight, her trip will now depend on medical clearance following a deterioration in her health.

According to party sources, Maryam was admitted to the Sharif Medical City Complex after experiencing health issues.

Hospital sources report that she is currently suffering from a throat infection and has been advised by her doctors to rest.

A medical checkup was conducted at the complex to evaluate her condition, and her ability to travel will be determined by her doctors' assessment of her fitness.

The Punjab government on Sunday announced to shut down primary schools in Lahore for the succeeding week amid persistent hazardous level of smog in the provincial capital..

Meanwhile, the Punjab Environment Protection and Climate Change Department has issued a new alert for a spell of smog expected to impact Lahore within the next 24 hours.

A spokesperson for the department stated that the anticipated smog is attributed to winds from India blowing at speeds of 4 to 8 kilometers per hour toward the city. As a result, the Air Quality Index (AQI) is predicted to deteriorate significantly.

Citizens are advised to take precautionary measures, including minimizing outdoor activities and wearing masks when venturing outside for essential tasks.