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06/09/2026

06/09/2026

DEFENCE DAY OF PAKISTAN | 6 SEPTEMBER
A Tribute to the Martyrs and the Armed Forces of Pakistan
On the solemn occasion of 6 September, Defence Day of Pakistan, the Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan (HRPF), under the leadership of Muhammad Yousaf Badar Chairman HRPF, pays its profound tribute to the martyrs of the Armed Forces of Pakistan and expresses its deep respect and gratitude to all serving members of the Pakistan Armed Forces.
Defence Day is a reminder of the courage, sacrifice, discipline and unwavering commitment demonstrated by those who stood in defence of the nation. The sacrifices of our Shuhada-e-Pakistan remain an enduring part of our national memory and a source of inspiration for generations to come.
HRPF salutes the brave martyrs who made the ultimate sacrifice for the defence and security of Pakistan. We also acknowledge the dedication of the men and women of the Armed Forces who continue to serve the country with courage, professionalism and a strong sense of duty.
As an organization committed to the supremacy of human rights, rule of law, justice, dignity and institutional transparency, HRPF believes that a strong and peaceful Pakistan is built through respect for human life, constitutional values, justice and responsible institutions.
On this Defence Day, we remember every soldier who gave his or her life in the service of the nation and extend our heartfelt solidarity to the families of the martyrs, whose sacrifices can never be adequately repaid.
Our Salute to the Shuhada
To the Martyrs of Pakistan:
Your sacrifice is our national honour.
Your courage is our strength.
Your legacy will never be forgotten.
Pakistan Zindabad.
Muhammad Yousaf Badar
Chairman
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan. (HRPF) Www.hrpf.org
For the Supremacy of Human Rights, Justice, Rule of Law & Institutional Transparency

05/09/2026

HRPF’s Constitutional Struggle for Transparency and the Right to Information
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan (HRPF) remains firmly committed to the promotion and protection of human rights, institutional transparency, accountability, and the rule of law in Pakistan.
A nation progresses towards prosperity when its public institutions operate with integrity, transparency, accountability, and openness, and when citizens are able to exercise their lawful Right to Information without unnecessary obstruction.
In furtherance of this constitutional and democratic principle, Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan has previously exercised its rights under the applicable Right to Information laws and sought certified information and official records from various government departments. After obtaining and carefully examining such documents, where matters requiring further scrutiny were identified, the relevant information and supporting documentation were referred to the Anti-Corruption Establishment, National Accountability Bureau (NAB), and Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) for appropriate action in accordance with law.
Continuing this institutional accountability initiative, HRPF formally sought records, in accordance with the prescribed legal procedure, from the Buildings Department, Mandi Bahauddin; Drainage Division, Mandi Bahauddin; and Irrigation Division, Mandi Bahauddin.
However, despite the lawful requests, the required records were not provided within the prescribed framework, and the matter was subjected to delay, adjournment, and unnecessary procedural obstruction.
Consequently, Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan approached the Honourable Chief Information Commissioner, Punjab Information Commission, Lahore, by filing the requisite petitions seeking enforcement of the applicants' legal and constitutional right to access public information.
We are pleased to state that, pursuant to the petitions filed by HRPF, the Punjab Information Commission has summoned the concerned representatives of the Irrigation Department, Drainage Department, and Buildings Department, Mandi Bahauddin, to appear before the Commission on 9 September 2026 at Lahore.
This development reinforces an important principle:
Public information is not the private property of public institutions. Transparency is a fundamental pillar of accountable governance, and the Right to Information is a lawful instrument through which citizens and civil society can contribute to institutional oversight.
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan will continue its constitutional and lawful struggle for transparency, accountability, access to information, and the protection of fundamental human rights.
Our objective is not confrontation with institutions. Our objective is stronger institutions, transparent governance, responsible public administration, and a Pakistan where every citizen can seek lawful information and demand accountability.
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan
Standing for Human Rights | Transparency | Accountability | Rule of Law
We will continue our constitutional struggle, through lawful and democratic means, for a more transparent, accountable, and just Pakistan.
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan.
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26/08/2026

HUMAN RIGHTS PROTECTION FOUNDATION PAKISTAN STRONGLY CONDEMNATION OF THE PIMS TRAGEDY & DEMAND FOR IMMEDIATE JUDICIAL INQUIRY.
Islamabad / Lahore — 26 August 2026
The Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan. (HRPF) strongly and unequivocally condemns the tragic incident at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital in Islamabad, in which fourteen innocent newborn babies lost their lives in a fire that broke out in the nursery of the Mother and Child Health unit.
This was not a mere accident. It is a clear and painful manifestation of criminal negligence. The failure of basic fire-safety systems, locked emergency exits, inadequate equipment, and the incompetence of responsible officers and staff in the capital’s largest public hospital have exposed the deep administrative failures of the Government of Pakistan and the alarming state of public healthcare in the country.
According to sources, the former in-charge of the unit had already written a formal letter to senior officials highlighting the dilapidated condition of the facility and the lack of essential amenities. That warning was ignored, buried under delays and expediency. Such disregard for human life is both deeply concerning and utterly condemnable. Had timely action been taken on that warning, this tragedy might well have been averted.
The Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan demands the following:
Immediate and strictest legal action against all officers, staff members, and administrative authorities found responsible for this tragedy.
The Government of Pakistan must order an independent, impartial, and empowered judicial inquiry without delay so that the truth is established and those accountable are brought to justice.
Full justice, compensation, and support must be provided to the bereaved families.
Urgent and comprehensive reforms must be introduced across all public hospitals in Pakistan to ensure adequate fire safety, functional emergency exits, and the highest standards of protection for newborns and patients.
The right to life of every child is a fundamental human right, and the State is its primary guardian. Silence or superficial measures in the face of this catastrophe would only deepen the injustice.
The Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan stands in full solidarity with the grieving parents and will continue to support their struggle for justice until it is fully delivered.
Muhammad Yousaf Badar
Chairman
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan
(Registered with Punjab Charity Commission) and Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy P*P.
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16/08/2026

HRPF DEMANDS IMMEDIATE INQUIRY INTO THE DEATH OF 12 BUFFALOES DUE TO HAZARDOUS W**D IN DRAIN AT CHAWA, BHAIRA
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan. (HRPF) strongly condemns the alleged negligence, lack of maintenance and failure of the Drain Department, Sargodha, following the tragic death of 12 buffaloes belonging to Mr. Ahmad Nawaz resident of Chawa, Tehsil Bhera, District Sargodha.
According to the information received by HRPF, the farmer reportedly lost 12 buffaloes after they came into contact with or consumed a dangerous weed/substance present in the drain. The incident has caused a serious financial loss to the affected farmer and his family.
For an ordinary farmer, the loss of 12 livestock is not merely a financial setback. Livestock is often the primary source of livelihood, household income and economic security for a farming family. Such an incident therefore raises serious questions regarding the maintenance, cleanliness, inspection and safety management of public drains.
HRPF DEMANDS A TRANSPARENT AND COMPREHENSIVE INQUIRY
The Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan calls for a wide-ranging, impartial and transparent inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident, including:
Whether the concerned drain was properly cleaned and maintained according to departmental standards.
Whether routine inspections of the drain were carried out by the relevant authorities.
Whether hazardous weeds or other dangerous substances had been reported previously.
The amount of public funds allocated and spent on drain cleaning and maintenance in the relevant area.
Whether the expenditure claimed by the department corresponds with the actual on-ground condition of the drains.
Fixing responsibility for any negligence, failure of supervision or violation of departmental procedures established during the inquiry.
If departmental negligence or misconduct is established, strict disciplinary and legal action should be taken against the responsible officials without discrimination or delay.
HRPF APPEAL TO THE CHIEF MINISTER OF PUNJAB
The Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan respectfully urges Chief Minister Punjab, Hon. Maryam Nawaz Sharif, to take immediate notice of this distressing incident and order a comprehensive departmental and independent inquiry.
HRPF further calls upon the Government of Punjab to constitute a special inspection team to conduct physical, on-ground inspections of drains across Punjab, particularly where substantial public funds are being spent on cleaning and maintenance, and to investigate whether the actual condition of these drains corresponds with official records and expenditure claims.
The affected farmer, Mr. Ahmad Nawaz of Chawa, Tehsil Bhera, District Sargodha, should also be provided special financial assistance and appropriate compensation for the substantial loss reportedly suffered by his family.
PUBLIC FUNDS MUST PRODUCE PUBLIC SAFETY
The condition of public drains is directly connected with the safety of farmers, livestock, agricultural land and surrounding communities. Public expenditure on drainage infrastructure must result in effective maintenance on the ground, not merely entries in departmental records.
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan stands with the affected farmer and demands accountability, transparency and justice.
HRPF will continue to raise issues concerning the protection of citizens, farmers, livestock, public resources and institutional accountability through lawful and constitutional means.
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan
For Human Rights, Transparency, Accountability and Public Service
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13/08/2026

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13/08/2026

HRPF INTERVENTION LEADS TO OFFICIAL ACTION ON MISSING PAKISTANI NATIONALS ALONG THE MAURITANIA–EUROPE MIGRATION ROUTE
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan (HRPF) has taken a serious humanitarian and human rights issue concerning Pakistani nationals reportedly missing while attempting to travel from Mauritania towards Europe through irregular migration routes allegedly controlled by human smugglers to the attention of the relevant national authorities and international stakeholders.
According to information received by HRPF from affected families, nearly 100 young Pakistani nationals from the Mandi Bahauddin and Gujrat regions have reportedly been caught up in this tragic migration crisis. Some are reported to have lost their lives, while more than 50 young persons remain missing, leaving their families in a state of profound uncertainty, anxiety and psychological distress.
OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT RESPONSE
Following a formal complaint and humanitarian intervention by the Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan, the Grievance Commissioner for Overseas Pakistanis has taken cognizance of the matter.
Through an official letter dated 10 August 2026, the Grievance Commissioner requested that the complaint submitted by Mr. Muhammad Yousaf Badar, Chairman HRPF, be examined under the relevant rules and policies and that an appropriate report/comments be furnished to the Secretariat by 27 August 2026.
The official communication has been addressed to:
Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad
Director General (Africa), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad
Copies have also been marked to the concerned officials, including the Deputy Director (PMDU), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Chairman, Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan.
A HUMANITARIAN CRISIS REQUIRING URGENT ACTION
HRPF considers the reported disappearances not merely an immigration matter, but a serious humanitarian and human rights concern requiring coordinated action by the Government of Pakistan and relevant international authorities.
The affected families have the fundamental right to know the whereabouts and safety of their loved ones. HRPF therefore calls for:
Urgent tracing and identification of the missing Pakistani nationals.
Effective diplomatic coordination with the authorities concerned in Mauritania and other relevant countries.
Investigation into the networks allegedly facilitating human smuggling and irregular migration.
Identification and prosecution of persons involved in human smuggling and trafficking, in accordance with law.
Appropriate assistance and support for the bereaved and affected families.
Regular communication with families regarding progress in tracing their missing relatives.
Strong preventive measures to protect vulnerable Pakistani youth from organised human-smuggling networks.
HRPF'S CONTINUING COMMITMENT
The Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan appreciates the official response of the Grievance Commissioner for Overseas Pakistanis and the initiation of the process for obtaining a report from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
HRPF will continue to pursue this matter through lawful, peaceful and institutional channels until every possible effort is made to trace the missing persons, establish the facts, protect the rights of affected families and hold human smugglers accountable.
The Foundation reaffirms its commitment to serving humanity, protecting fundamental rights and raising the voice of vulnerable families who may otherwise remain unheard.
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan
Committed to Human Dignity, Justice, Transparency and the Protection of Human Rights.
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11/08/2026

MESSAGE ON NATIONAL MINORITIES DAY – 11 AUGUST 2026
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan
“Equality is not a privilege. Freedom of belief is not a favour. Human dignity is a fundamental right of every human being.”
On the occasion of National Minorities Day, 11 August, the Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan (HRPF) reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the protection, promotion and advancement of the fundamental rights, dignity, security and freedoms of all religious and other minority communities living in Pakistan.
11 August is not merely a date on the national calendar. It is a reminder of a constitutional, moral and historic promise. It takes us back to the historic address delivered by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to the Constituent Assembly on 11 August 1947, in which he articulated a vision of a Pakistan where citizens would be able to freely practice their faith and live with equality and dignity. The Government of Pakistan formally declared 11 August as National Minorities Day in 2009. �
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The constitutional framework of Pakistan also recognizes the rights and freedoms of its citizens, including the legitimate interests of minority communities. Official government statements continue to reaffirm equality, religious freedom and the protection of minority rights as fundamental national commitments. �
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A Nation Belongs to All Its Citizens
Pakistan is home to diverse religious, ethnic, linguistic and cultural communities. The contributions of minority citizens to the creation, development and progress of Pakistan are an integral part of our national history.
Minority citizens have served Pakistan with distinction in education, healthcare, civil services, armed forces, judiciary, business, agriculture, literature, arts, sports and countless other fields. Their sacrifices, patriotism and contributions deserve recognition, respect and equal opportunity. �
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A strong Pakistan cannot be built by excluding any part of its population. National unity is strengthened when every citizen feels equally protected by the law, equally respected by society and equally valued by the State.
From Promises to Practical Protection
On this National Minorities Day, HRPF believes that commemorating minority rights must go beyond ceremonies, speeches and symbolic statements.
The real test of our commitment is whether a minority citizen can:
Live without fear of violence, intimidation or discrimination.
Freely practice and profess his or her religion within the law.
Worship and maintain places of worship in safety.
Receive equal protection from law-enforcement agencies.
Obtain justice without discrimination.
Access education, healthcare and employment opportunities on an equal basis.
Participate meaningfully in political and public life.
Enjoy equal protection of property, livelihood and personal dignity.
Raise concerns and seek legal remedies without fear.
Allow their children to grow up in an environment of tolerance, equality and mutual respect.
Rights written in law must also be rights experienced in everyday life.
HRPF's Call for Stronger Institutional Protection
The Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan calls upon the Federal and Provincial Governments, Parliament, law-enforcement agencies, judiciary, educational institutions, civil society, religious leadership and the media to work collectively toward creating a society where discrimination based on religion, faith, caste, colour, ethnicity or social status has no place.
We particularly urge the authorities to:
1. Ensure effective enforcement of constitutional and legal protections for minority citizens.
2. Protect places of worship and religious institutions through appropriate security and preventive measures.
3. Ensure prompt, impartial and transparent investigation of allegations of violence, discrimination, forced displacement, intimidation, hate crimes and other violations affecting minority communities.
4. Strengthen access to justice so that economically or socially vulnerable citizens are not denied legal protection.
5. Promote equal educational opportunities and ensure that educational institutions encourage tolerance, respect and peaceful coexistence.
6. Protect minority workers from exploitation and discrimination and ensure equal access to decent employment opportunities.
7. Encourage meaningful political and civic participation of minority communities at every level of public life.
8. Promote interfaith dialogue and social harmony through practical community-level initiatives rather than merely symbolic activities.
9. Counter hate speech, incitement and prejudice through lawful, proportionate and rights-respecting mechanisms.
10. Strengthen accountability and transparency in institutions so that every citizen, regardless of religious or social identity, can approach state institutions with confidence.
The Role of Society
Protection of minority rights is not solely the responsibility of the government.
Every citizen has a role to play.
We must reject hatred, prejudice, stereotyping and collective blame. We must teach our children that differences in religion, culture, language and tradition do not diminish human dignity.
Interfaith harmony does not require us to be identical. It requires us to respect one another despite our differences.
A peaceful society is one in which a person's faith is not a reason for fear, exclusion or humiliation. It is a society where disagreement does not become hatred and difference does not become discrimination.
HRPF's Commitment
The Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan firmly believes that the protection of minority rights is an inseparable part of the broader struggle for human rights, equality before law, justice, dignity, freedom, institutional transparency and the rule of law.
HRPF will continue to raise its voice through lawful and peaceful means wherever fundamental human rights are threatened. We will continue to support vulnerable and marginalized communities, highlight violations, engage relevant institutions and advocate for effective remedies and accountability.
Our vision is simple:
A Pakistan where every citizen is respected as an equal human being, where the law protects the weak as well as the powerful, where religious diversity is respected, and where no person is discriminated against because of his or her identity or faith.
Our Message to Minority Communities
To all minority citizens of Pakistan, we say:
You are an integral part of Pakistan's national fabric. Your contributions matter. Your dignity matters. Your security matters. Your rights matter.
We stand for a Pakistan in which no citizen feels like a stranger in his or her own homeland.
Our Message to the State and Society
Let 11 August become more than an annual observance.
Let it become a renewed national commitment to transform constitutional guarantees into lived realities.
Let us build institutions that protect every citizen.
Let us create communities where differences are respected rather than feared.
Let us ensure that the white portion of our national flag is not merely a symbol, but a constant reminder of our collective responsibility toward the protection, dignity and equality of Pakistan's minority citizens.
Human rights have no religion.
Human dignity has no caste.
Justice has no colour.
Equality belongs to everyone.
National Minorities Day 2026
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan reiterates its resolve to remain a voice for the oppressed, vulnerable and marginalized and to continue its peaceful struggle for the supremacy of human rights and transparency in institutions across Pakistan.
May Pakistan become a country where every citizen can live with dignity, worship freely, seek justice without fear, and participate equally in the life and progress of the nation.
Pakistan Zindabad.
Humanity Zindabad.
Muhammad Yousaf Badar
Chairman
Human Rights Protection Foundation Pakistan
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11/08/2026

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