Chowkidara System Reforms Ordered by Board of Revenue Punjab–New Notification

Punjab Government Acts to Streamline Chowkidara System – Fresh Notification Issued:

The Board of Revenue Punjab has issued an important Government Notification regarding improvements to the Chowkidara System, aiming to ensure better service delivery at the village level. Through notification No. 1225-2025/3179-LR-V dated 19^th May 2025, all Deputy Commissioners and District Collectors across Punjab have been directed to enforce key decisions made in the 1^st Full Board Meeting of 2025, chaired by the Senior Member of the Board of Revenue.

The notification instructs strict compliance with two major points:
–           Ensuring timely payment of salaries to village chowkidars by collecting a local rate of Rs. 50 per house/shop every month.
–           Filling vacant chowkidar positions on a priority basis to maintain local law and order and ensure rural security.

This move aims to revitalize the local administration in Punjab’s villages. Citizens and district authorities are advised to comply with this directive in letter and spirit. Please find notification:

No.1225-2025/3179-LR-V
BOARD OF REVENUE, PUNJAB
 (LAND REVENUE BRANCH)
Lahore, dated the 19^th May, 2025.

To

All the Deputy Commissioners / District Collectors,
Punjab.

SUBJECT:             CHOWKIDARA SYSTEM

Please refer to the above subject.

2.                           I am directed to inform that the subject matter for consideration was placed before the 1^st Full Board meeting, 2025, held on 21.02.2025, headed by the Senior Member, Board of Revenue, Punjab. After detailed deliberations, the Full Board decided to issue the following instructions for their compliance in letter & spirit to your offices:

i.             Timely payment of salaries to the village chowkidars by collecting monthly local rate of Rs. 50 per house/shop will be ensured.

ii.            The vacancies of village chowkidars will be filled on a priority basis.

DEPUTY SECRETARY (GENERAL)
BOARD OF REVENUE, PUNJAB

Chowkidar Vacancies to Be Prioritized – Stay Informed with Latest Government Notifications:

The Board of Revenue Punjab’s Notification is a much-needed step to reform the long-overlooked Chowkidara System. By making timely salary payments mandatory and addressing the pending vacancies, the government is reinforcing the importance of local law enforcement in rural areas of Punjab. These village chowkidars play a critical role in reporting crimes, maintaining order, and serving as the frontline eyes and ears for the administration.

This directive will not only improve the morale and financial security of chowkidars but also uplift the overall efficiency of village-level security. All district-level revenue officials are expected to ensure compliance without delays.

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