Haripur: The Ministry of Human Rights, in collaboration with UNDP Pakistan, organized a two-day workshop aimed at enhancing the understanding and capacity of prison authorities regarding human rights frameworks. The event, held in Haripur on October 19 and 20, 2026, focused on prisoner rights, complaint mechanisms, and rights-based prison management.

According to the Ministry of Human Rights, the workshop was part of the Huqooq-e-Pakistan II Project, emphasizing the rights of prisoners, particularly women and other vulnerable groups. The sessions included discussions on both national and international human rights frameworks, with practical exercises designed to integrate these principles into everyday prison management.

The event featured contributions from Mr. Muhammad Arshad, Director General of the Ministry of Human Rights, and Mr. Waseem Khan, DIG Prisons of Hazara Division, among others. Participants engaged in interactive sessions to explore human rights concerns and identify opportunities for improving correctional practices.

In his closing remarks, Mr. Arshad praised the engagement of prison representatives and stressed the need for continued collaboration to fulfill Pakistan’s human rights commitments. The workshop concluded with the distribution of certificates and a reaffirmation of the commitment to rights-based prison management.