Pakistan’s top court issued a verdict requiring all restaurants located within Margalla Hills National Park to close their doors.
This ruling includes popular establishments like Monal Restaurant.
The court’s decision stemmed from concerns about protecting the park’s natural environment. National parks are designated areas where commercial activity is restricted to ensure their conservation. The restaurants affected by the ruling have three months to find new locations outside the park’s boundaries.
This decision follows a series of hearings where the court questioned inconsistencies in land ownership records and the presence of multiple restaurants within the park. The court ultimately emphasized its commitment to safeguarding the park’s ecological value.