Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has initiated a comprehensive program to address illegal property occupation across the province. The initiative promises rapid resolution for citizens whose lands or properties have been unlawfully seized.
Affected residents can submit applications at their local Deputy Commissioner’s office for immediate action. Chief Minister Nawaz has guaranteed case resolutions within days rather than months or years, addressing a long-standing public concern.
The program specifically prioritizes cases involving widows’ property rights, with direct instructions from the Chief Minister to expedite these resolutions.
اگر آپ کی زمین یا پراپرٹی پر کسی نے ناجائز قبضہ کر رکھا ہے تو اپنے متعلقہ ڈپٹی کمشنر آفس میں درخواست جمع کرائیے۔دِنوں میں فیصلہ ہو گا انشاءاللّٰہ ! pic.twitter.com/ASbEgYK0Nk
— Maryam Nawaz Sharif (@MaryamNSharif) November 28, 2025Maryam Nawaz has mandated daily District Dispute Resolution Committee meetings under Deputy Commissioners’ leadership. She expressed dissatisfaction with delayed decisions in districts including Gujrat, Layyah, and Hafizabad, demanding improved efficiency.
Assistant Commissioners throughout Punjab’s tehsils will receive land occupation applications directly, streamlining the process for citizens seeking property recovery.
Officials reported receiving 2,919 applications during the program’s first three weeks, with 499 cases already successfully resolved. The government will use mosque announcements to inform citizens about this new property recovery mechanism.
The Chief Minister personally monitors implementation of Ordinance 2025, ensuring full enforcement across all district administrations. This initiative represents the provincial government’s commitment to providing immediate public relief through efficient dispute resolution.
