Policy Brief 1 day ago
Access to clean and safe water is essential for life, dignity, and public health, yet remains out of reach for many globally. It is increasingly recognized as a human right under key international instruments, and in Pakistan, courts have interpreted the constitutional right to life and dignity to include access to water. Despite national and provincial policies, the country continues to face challenges ranging from pollution and climate change to weak governance that disproportionately affect vulnerable communities. These realities call for rights based, sustainable water management rooted in both domestic and international legal obligations.