Pakistan, Oct. 12 -- Punjab has abolished the traditional deed-writing system, allowing only registered Arazi Muawins to prepare legal documents under a new province-wide arrangement. The system officially took effect on Monday, October 12, 2026, introducing stricter rules for people working in land documentation. Individuals who have not registered as Arazi Muawins, or land assistants, can no longer legally prepare deeds. The government has also introduced online registration to regulate the profession and modernise the process.

Under the new arrangement, aspiring Arazi Muawins can apply for registration through a designated website. Authorities have also introduced different monthly subscription packages for registered land assistants....