The Punjab Land Record Authority (PLRA) is a government body established to modernize and manage land records in the province of Punjab. The authority is tasked with maintaining a transparent, efficient, and accessible land record system that ensures the protection of landowners’ rights and facilitates land transactions. Through the digitization of land records, the PLRA aims to eliminate the inefficiencies and corruption associated with traditional land administration practices.

Mission

The mission of the Punjab Land Record Authority is to establish and maintain a comprehensive and reliable land record system in Punjab. By leveraging modern technology, the authority seeks to provide secure, transparent, and efficient land record management services to the citizens of Punjab.

Key Functions

1. Digitization of Land Records: The PLRA has undertaken the digitization of land records across Punjab to create a central database that is accessible to both government authorities and the public. This initiative is designed to streamline land administration and reduce the chances of fraud and disputes.
2. Land Record Management: The authority is responsible for maintaining up-to-date and accurate land records, including ownership details, land use, and transaction history. These records are essential for verifying land ownership and facilitating legal transactions.
3. Issuance of Fard (Ownership Document): The PLRA provides a quick and hassle-free process for obtaining the Fard, a crucial document that certifies land ownership. This service is available at Arazi Record Centers across Punjab.
4. Land Mutation (Transfer of Ownership): The PLRA oversees the mutation process, ensuring that the transfer of land ownership is recorded accurately and promptly. The mutation process is now streamlined and accessible to the public through various service centers.
5. Dispute Resolution: The authority also plays a role in resolving land-related disputes by providing accurate records and data that can be used in legal proceedings. The availability of digitized records helps in the quick and fair resolution of such issues.
6. Public Access to Records: The Punjab Land Record Authority provides easy access to land records for the public through its online portal and service centers. This access promotes transparency and allows citizens to verify land details without the need for intermediaries.

Achievements

• Digital Transformation: The successful digitization of millions of land records in Punjab marks a significant achievement in the modernization of land administration in Pakistan.
• Arazi Record Centers: Establishment of numerous Arazi Record Centers across the province, providing citizens with easy access to land records and related services.
• Transparent Operations: The PLRA has significantly reduced the potential for corruption and fraud by implementing transparent procedures and ensuring that all land transactions are accurately recorded and verified.

Future Goals

• Expansion of Services: The PLRA aims to expand its services by introducing new features on its online portal, including more advanced search options and real-time updates on land transactions.
• Public Awareness Campaigns: Plans to launch awareness campaigns to educate the public about the benefits of the digitized land record system and how to access services.
• Continued Technological Integration: Ongoing efforts to integrate more advanced technology into the land record system, further improving efficiency and accuracy.

Contact Information

For more information about the Punjab Land Record Authority:

• Email: info@plra.punjab.gov.pk
• Phone: +92 42 12345678
• Address: Punjab Land Record Authority, Civil Secretariat, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan