Junior Traffic Warden posts introduced for first time in Punjab
The move is expected to improve career growth opportunities and strengthen traffic management across the province.
According to Punjab Traffic Police, there were previously no Junior Traffic Warden positions in the City Traffic Police departments of major cities. The new posts will now be introduced in Lahore, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, Multan, Faisalabad and Sialkot.
To begin the process, 164 Senior Traffic Assistants have been sent to the Police Training College, Sihala. They will receive specialized professional training before taking up their new responsibilities.
After completing the training, the officers will be promoted from Grade 9 to Grade 11. They will then officially serve as Junior Traffic Wardens in their respective cities.
Officials said this is the first time Senior Traffic Assistants are receiving this level of training under the traffic warden system. The initiative is aimed at improving professional skills and preparing officers for greater responsibilities.
Head of Traffic Punjab Hammad Waqas Nazir said the new posts will help strengthen the department’s structure. He said the step will also improve traffic enforcement and overall management across Punjab.
He further stated that promotions will continue on the basis of merit and seniority under the leadership of the Inspector General of Police. He emphasized that departmental promotion is the right of every officer and that professional training is essential for building a more capable force.
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The decision has attracted attention because it creates a clear career ladder for traffic personnel. Many observers believe better training and promotions could motivate officers and improve public service.
The introduction of Junior Traffic Warden posts is an important administrative change for Punjab Traffic Police. It gives officers a clearer path for advancement and rewards experience with professional development.
If the training program is implemented effectively, traffic management and enforcement may improve in major cities. The success of the initiative will depend on how well newly trained officers perform in their expanded roles.
