Our Journey: Heritage • Governance • Evolution
Tracing the legacy of Home Affairs in Punjab — from annexation to modern institutional reform
Historical Importance of Punjab
Punjab was a key region in South Asia Known as the “granary of the region” Strategically important in major conflicts Annexed by the Annexation of Punjab in March 1849
Early Administrative Setup
Law & order challenges after annexation Home Affairs initially managed by Board of Administration Later shifted to Revenue Secretary Focus mainly on rural governance
Formation of Home Department
Growth of self-government after 1919 reforms Separate Home Department created in January 1921 Strengthened administrative structure in Punjab
Leadership & Modern Evolution
15 ICS officers served as Home Secretary in British era Sir Frederick Bourne became first Governor of East Bengal (1947–1950) 55 Home Secretaries served after Pakistan’s creation Position upgraded to Additional Chief Secretary (Home) in February 2017.