Executive Summary
The report examines the state of human rights in Pakistan during 2024. It highlights concerns including weakening democracy and rule of law, disputed elections, restrictions on freedom of expression, internet shutdowns, enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and increasing militancy. It also documents discrimination and violence affecting women, children, religious minorities, transgender persons, journalists, and workers, as well as human-rights impacts from climate-related disasters. Overall, HRCP argues that Pakistan needs stronger democratic institutions, accountability, civic freedoms, and protection of fundamental rights.
