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ETPB Launches Grand Operation Against Illegal Occupants, Recovers Properties Worth Millions.

ETPB Launches Grand Operation Against Illegal Occupants, Recovers Properties Worth Millions
Illegal occupation of Trust land is a serious offence: Chairman ETPB Qamar-ul-Zaman
Indiscriminate action against illegal occupants will continue: Chairman
Grand operations against illegal occupants to be conducted in phases across the country: Qamar-ul-Zaman
Lahore: The Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) has launched a grand operation against illegal occupants and recovered valuable Trust properties in Lahore and Nankana Sahib zones. The operation was conducted on the directions of Chairman ETPB Qamar-ul-Zaman. During the operation, a number of commercial shops and valuable Trust properties were retrieved from illegal occupants, and ETPB security personnel were deployed at the recovered properties.
In Nankana Sahib Zone, operations were carried out under the supervision of Administrator Tanveer Hussain and Deputy Administrator Umar Javed Awan at Sainth Ram Road, Bachiana Road and Warburton Bypass. During the operation, 18 commercial shops and four properties measuring a total of 30 marlas were recovered.
Deputy Administrator Nankana Sahib Umar Javed Awan, upon receiving information about illegal construction during the night, immediately reached the site along with local police and security personnel and took action. The illegal structures were demolished and possession of the Trust property was secured.
Meanwhile, operations were also conducted in Lahore Zone under the supervision of Administrator Adnan Hassan Phularwan. Deputy Administrator-I Sameera Rizvi led an operation in the Wool Press area of Misri Shah and recovered 18 shops from illegal occupants. Another three shops were also recovered on Abak Road.
Deputy Administrator-II Lahore Sohail Ghani, along with Inspector Gilshad and other staff, conducted an operation on Manga Bypass Main Road and recovered 13 commercial shops, worth approximately Rs. 130 million, from illegal occupants.
Similarly, in District Kasur, Deputy Administrator Asim Ejaz, along with ETPB staff and security personnel, conducted an operation and recovered 47 shops worth approximately Rs. 100 million from illegal occupants.
In addition, operations were also carried out against illegal occupants in Multan, Gujrat, Karachi and other districts, resulting in the recovery of Trust land and properties.
ETPB security personnel have been deployed at all recovered properties to prevent re-occupation and any attempt at illegal construction. Officers, employees, security personnel of the Board, along with local police, actively participated in the operations in various districts and played an important role in securing and recovering Trust properties.
On the occasion, Chairman ETPB Qamar-ul-Zaman said that illegal occupation of Trust land and properties is a serious offence, and indiscriminate action against illegal occupants will continue.
He further stated that grand operations will be conducted in phases across the country against illegal occupants. Trust properties will be recovered from illegal possession and restored to their proper status, he added.

Tender Notice No. 04/2026-27

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High-Level coordination Meeting Held at ETPB Headquarters to Review Preparations for 557th Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji

A high-level coordination meeting was held at the Headquarters of the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) to review arrangements for the 557th Birth Anniversary celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of the Sikh faith. The meeting was chaired by Secretary ETPB Nasir Mushtaq.
Deputy Secretary Saadat Shehbaz Khan and Deputy Secretary Syed Faraz Abbas were also present. Senior officers and representatives of the Rangers, Customs, Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sui Gas and other relevant departments, along with District Police Officers (DPOs), Deputy Commissioners, representatives of the Press Information Department (PID), and other administrative institutions of the concerned districts, attended the meeting.
The meeting reviewed in detail the arrangements for Sikh pilgrims, including foolproof security, accommodation, Langar, transportation, medical facilities, provision of clean drinking water, uninterrupted electricity and gas supply, and other necessary facilities.
Following the meeting, Secretary ETPB Nasir Mushtaq briefed media representatives and said that the Government of Pakistan is fully prepared to host Sikh pilgrims arriving from India and other parts of the world.
Secretary Nasir Mushtaq stated that Sikh pilgrims would arrive in Pakistan through the Wagah Border on 22 November, where they would be warmly welcomed. The main ceremony marking the 557th Birth Anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji will be held in Nankana Sahib on 24 November.
He said that all relevant departments and institutions had assured their full cooperation with the ETPB to ensure the provision of the best possible facilities to Sikh pilgrims.
Secretary ETPB Nasir Mushtaq said that high-quality air-conditioned buses would be provided for Sikh pilgrims, while medical staff and necessary healthcare facilities would be available at all residential locations.
He further stated that mineral water would be specially provided to ensure a safe and adequate supply of clean drinking water to the pilgrims.
For the convenience of the pilgrims, State Bank of Pakistan-approved currency exchange facilities would be established at designated locations and would be properly monitored to ensure transparency and convenience.
Secretary Nasir Mushtaq said that the best possible arrangements would be made for the accommodation and Langar of Sikh pilgrims. He added that the relevant departments would ensure the uninterrupted supply of electricity and Sui gas during the pilgrims’ stay.
He further informed that a dedicated Rescue 1122 ambulance would accompany every convoy of 20 buses to provide immediate emergency medical assistance. Police, Rangers, Rescue 1122 and other relevant institutions would remain fully mobilized to ensure the safety, security and comfort of the Sikh pilgrims.
Secretary ETPB Nasir Mushtaq expressed confidence that Sikh pilgrims visiting Pakistan would return with valued memories of Pakistan’s warm hospitality, love, respect and goodwill.