Toshakhana (Pakistan)

Toshakhana is a governmental department controlled by the Cabinet Division of the Government of Pakistan. It was initiated in 1974 during the ministry of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.

Its main purpose is to collect and keep gifts which are received by members of parliament, ministers, foreign secretaries, the President, and the Prime Minister.

Department
Toshakhana literally translates into "treasure-house". It is a word of Persian origin. Toshakhana lends its legacy to the Mughal Emperor.

Rules and regulations
The rules and regulations are defined in the “Toshakhana (Management Regulation) Act 2022”.