Chandigarh, September 29
The Punjab Vidhan Sabha, in a significant move towards enhancing governance, transparency, and public welfare, passed six crucial bills on Monday, September 29, 2025, aimed at modernizing regulatory frameworks and improving service delivery across the state.
Overview of the Bills
The newly passed legislation focuses on streamlining processes, promoting ease of doing business, and safeguarding the rights of citizens, including farmers, entrepreneurs, taxpayers, homebuyers, cooperative members, and urban residents. The bills are:
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The Seeds (Punjab Amendment) Bill, 2025
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Introduced by: Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian
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Aims to strengthen regulations in the agricultural sector, ensuring quality seeds for farmers and promoting sustainable farming practices.
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The Punjab Right to Business (Amendment) Bill, 2025
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Introduced by: Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond
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Simplifies procedures for entrepreneurs and businesses, fostering a conducive environment for economic growth and ease of doing business.
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The Punjab Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025
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Introduced by: Finance Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema
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Enhances the GST framework to improve tax compliance, streamline processes, and ensure fairness for taxpayers.
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The Punjab Apartment and Property Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2025
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Introduced by: Revenue Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian
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Strengthens protections for homebuyers and regulates property transactions to ensure transparency and accountability in real estate.
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The Punjab Co-operative Societies (Amendment) Bill, 2025
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Introduced by: Finance Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema
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Modernizes cooperative societies’ operations, promoting efficiency and safeguarding members’ rights.
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The Punjab Town Improvement (Amendment) Bill, 2025
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Introduced by: Local Government Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh
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Enhances urban planning and development frameworks, improving infrastructure and services for urban residents.
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Impact and Objectives
These legislative reforms are designed to modernize existing systems, streamline administrative processes, and ensure equitable practices across sectors. By addressing the needs of diverse stakeholders, the bills aim to foster inclusive growth, enhance transparency, and strengthen accountability in governance. The Punjab Government reiterated its commitment to building public trust through progressive reforms that prioritize citizen welfare and economic development.
Government’s Commitment
The Punjab Government, through these measures, underscores its dedication to creating a governance model that is efficient, transparent, and responsive to the needs of its citizens. These bills are expected to have a far-reaching impact, benefiting farmers, businesses, taxpayers, and urban communities while reinforcing the state’s reputation as a hub for progressive governance.
