amounted to a total of 1,305 cases from 2018 to 2022. We developed a comprehensive report on the systematic torture perpetrated by the police in District Faisalabad from 2006 to 2012 along with recommendations ranging from strict policy reforms to establishment of robust mechanism for effective medical examinations and compensation mechanism for the victims. NCHR is in the process of developing a follow up report to cover the cases from 2012-2022 and to assess the implementation of its recommendations. While the Torture and Custodial Death (Prevention and Punishment) Bill 2019 was approved by the Senate it has not been voted on by the National Assembly and thus, does not have the status of legislation. If passed, the law will define and criminalize torture, and establish an independent body to regulate activities of law enforcement agencies and provide victims with redress. It will establish a mechanism to grant compensation to victims as well.16 Currently, inquiry Committees within the police have the power to deal with complaints,17 however, the main concern is the fact that the perpetrator and those who hold them accountable are the same. This is contrary to the right to due process and thus, must be remediated. Additional Recommendations    Expedite the process of defining and criminalising torture. To this end, the Custodial Death (Prevention and Punishment) Bill 2019 must be passed in the National Assembly to safeguard the rights of Pakistani citizens. Ensure that strict guidance is developed and disseminated within all law enforcement agencies with regards to the prohibition on torture to sensitize officers as to their duties and obligations under the law particularly on the safeguards available for women and children so as to mitigate the incidence of torture in custody. In the absence of the Custodial Death (Prevention and Punishment) Bill 2019, take quick action to improve redressal mechanisms within the existing police system by establishing an independent body to hold perpetrators accountable. 3. Access to Justice UPR Recommendations 152.143, 152.144, 152.246 Advance the efforts made to facilitate equitable access to justice for all, especially the poor and marginalized. Our work relating to access to justice focuses on two aspects: Witness Protection and Capacity Building of Prosecution Departments. These are important building blocks of a criminal justice system guided by the rule of law. Section 3 (4) provides that any fines recovered from perpetrators are to be given to the victim, and if a fine is not recovered, then imprisonment of the convicted perpetrator is to be extended by 3 years. 16 'IAB Branch Started Quick Resolution Of Complaints Against Police | Punjab Police' (Punjabpolice.gov.pk, 2020) <https://punjabpolice.gov.pk/node/8621> 17 6