Pakistan’s Senate Standing Committee on Interior passed criminal law amendments, including a bill proposing the death penalty for perpetrators of acid attacks. The committee, chaired by Senator Faisal Saleem Rehman, also reviewed bills on domestic worker protection, LPG safety, anti-rape measures and consumer protection, despite opposition from State Minister for Interior Tallal Chaudhry.
WHO:
Senate Standing Committee on Interior; Senator Faisal Saleem Rehman; State Minister for Interior Tallal Chaudhry
WHAT:
The Senate Standing Committee on Interior passed a bill proposing the death penalty for acid attack perpetrators and advanced related criminal law amendments.
WHEN:
Sep 7, 2026
WHERE:
Islamabad, Pakistan
WHY:
The committee proceeded with its Monday consideration and passage of private members’ criminal law amendment bills.
