Ref. No. PHMA/018/2025
   Dated: 8^th August 2025  

Federal Guidelines on Human Rights Due Diligence

Dear Members,

We wish to bring to your attention an important development regarding the implementation of Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) in business operations.

As part of the Government of Pakistan’s commitment under the National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights (NAP-BHR), launched in December 2021, the Federal Government has issued Guidelines for Federal and Provincial Organizations, outlining Proposed Action Points and Timelines for integrating human rights practices into business conduct. (copy enclosed – Pages 1-3).

The objective of these HRDD Guidelines is to ensure that business activities, particularly in the private sector, align with responsible human rights practices. They provide a structured framework for companies to identify, prevent, and address human rights impacts arising from their operations and value chains.

This circular is issued for your kind information and necessary compliance. 

Muhammad Babar Khan     Muhammad Jawed Bilwani       Sheikh Faisal Arshad    Abdul Hameed

Central Chairman                  Patron In-Chief                           Zonal Chairman SZ         Zonal Chairman NZ