The Punjab government has enforced stringent laws for the protection of wildlife, imposing a complete ban on keeping lions, tigers, pumas, leopards, and jaguars in homes. The Punjab Wildlife Department has issued a notification regarding the amended wildlife regulations.

According to the notification, special courts will be established to hear cases related to wildlife offenses. Violators of the Wildlife Act could face fines ranging from Rs 100,000 to Rs 5 million, along with imprisonment for 5 to 7 years.

Director General of Wildlife, Mudasir Riaz, stated that a total ban has been placed on keeping wild animals at home, and strict action will be taken against those possessing dangerous animals without a license.

Furthermore, new standards for safe and proper housing of wildlife have been introduced to ensure better protection for these animals.

The Wildlife Department has warned that immediate action will be taken against violators of these laws, and legal proceedings will be initiated against those keeping wild animals illegally.