The Punjab Wildlife Department has officially ended the waterfowl hunting season and imposed a province-wide ban on all hunting activities. Authorities enforced the restriction as the breeding season began, aiming to protect bird populations across the province.
A spokesperson for the department said that hunting was previously allowed from October 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, under strict regulations. During this period, hunters were permitted to hunt only on Saturdays and Sundays.
With the season now over, officials have taken strict measures to ensure the ban is implemented. Authorities warned that anyone found hunting ducks or other waterfowl will face legal action.
Wildlife teams have been deployed to increase monitoring in wetlands and other key areas to prevent violations. The department stressed that the ban is necessary to protect birds during their breeding cycle and to maintain ecological balance.
Officials have urged the public to cooperate and report any illegal hunting activities.
Also Read, KP hunting season to open with strict rules
Earlier, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Wildlife Department has confirmed that the province’s hunting season will commence on February 15 under a set of stringent regulations aimed at conserving wildlife.
Officials said waterfowl hunting will be permitted only on weekends Saturdays and Sundays and will continue until March 15.
Participation is restricted to hunters holding a valid shooting licence which is available for a fee of Rs. 6,000.
