Islamabad, Aug 13, 2025: On Tuesday, the National Assembly passed the Acid and Fire Attack Prevention Bill 2024, introducing some of the toughest punishments to date for such heinous crimes. Offenders may face the death penalty or imprisonment of up to seven years, while police officers proven guilty of flawed investigations could be jailed for two years or fined heavily.
The legislation, moved by PPP MNA Mehreen Razzaq Bhutto, is designed to curb rising acid and burn attacks, guarantee quick trials, and ensure comprehensive rehabilitation for survivors. Courts have been instructed to conclude such cases within 60 days to deliver swift justice.
Under the new law, victims will receive free medical treatment in public hospitals, access to rehabilitation centers, and free legal assistance. An Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Board will be formed, ensuring at least one-third representation of women. Financial support will also be extended to the children and dependents of victims until they become self-sufficient, with special protection provided to victims and witnesses.
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During the same session, lawmakers approved multiple other bills, including the Lawyers and Bar Councils (Amendment) Bill 2025, National Institute of Health (Reorganisation) Amendment Bill 2025, Allocation of Reserved University Seats Bill 2024, and the Zakat and Ushr (Amendment) Bill 2025. The Journalists’ Protection (Amendment) Bill 2025 was also initially passed but later returned to the standing committee for further examination following Law Minister Tarar’s recommendation.
The National Assembly’s approval of the Acid and Fire Attack Prevention Bill 2024 marks a decisive step toward deterring such crimes and safeguarding victims through robust legal protections and faster judicial processes.
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