Key Takeaways
- Punjab government has approved hiring 3,565 traffic assistants and constables.
- The recruitment will be carried out in two phases, with 50% in the first phase.
- The remaining 50% will be recruited in the third quarter of fiscal year 2026-27.
The Punjab government has given the green light to the recruitment of 3,565 traffic assistants and constables, aiming to address a critical shortage of personnel within the provincial police force.
The approval was made during a cabinet meeting chaired by the Punjab chief minister, as reported by 24News.
The recruitment process is set to commence soon, with the first phase focusing on filling 50% of the sanctioned positions.
The remaining 50% will be recruited during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2026-27, according to official statements.
In the first phase, the government plans to recruit 1,782 constables into the General Executive Cadre, as part of the broader recruitment drive.
The new hires are expected to bolster the Punjab Police’s capacity to meet security requirements across the province, addressing the shortfall highlighted by the Police Rules 1934.
Under these rules, one police official is assigned to provide security for every 450 people, underscoring the need for additional personnel.
The recruitment is seen as a significant step towards enhancing public safety and traffic management in Punjab, with the government emphasizing the importance of adequate staffing levels.
