Land Ministry Orders End to Lobbying for Field-Level Transfers

The Ministry of Land has issued a formal circular directing field-level officials and employees refrain from seeking irregular recommendations or lobbying for transfers and changes in work stations. The directive, aimed at maintaining administrative discipline and transparency within the government apparatus, was officially issued on September 1, 2026, according to the verified information released by the ministry.

The administrative circular bears the signature of Senior Secretary ASM Saleh Ahmed, a key official of the ministry. Following its issuance, copies of the official document were immediately dispatched to all divisional commissioners and deputy commissioners across the country to ensure strict compliance at every tier of the local administration.

According to the contents of the newly issued circular, personnel seeking a transfer before completing a mandatory tenure of two years must adhere strictly to established administrative rules. Instead of resorting to informal lobbying or outside recommendations, such individuals are required to submit formal applications through the proper authorities for due consideration.

This decisive measure by the Land Ministry seeks to curb undue influence in routine personnel management within the civil service. By mandating that all transfer requests follow official channels and prescribed regulations, the government aims to foster a more merit-based and accountable working environment for field-level public servants operating throughout the country.