Vaping comes under spotlight in Senate for intoxication risk
A Senate committee reviewed a bill to regulate vaping, raising concerns about potential drug intoxication and use among teenagers.Summary
The Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services discussed a proposed law, “The Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (Regulation) Bill, 2025,” focusing on the potential for vaping devices to be misused for drug intoxication. Officials from the Ministry of National Health Services highlighted concerns from stakeholders, noting that unregulated devices could facilitate the use of other substances. Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal stated that vaping is becoming increasingly popular among young people, describing it as a “fashion.” He also pointed out that Pakistan imports all vaping products, resulting in foreign exchange expenditure. Senator Sarmad Ali emphasized the bill’s aim to prevent underage vaping, specifically targeting those under 18. The committee decided to hold further consultations and requested the Ministry to incorporate proposed amendments and provide a detailed briefing at a subsequent meeting.
(Source：thecurrent.pk)
