The Government of Pakistan has officially fixed the new blood money (Diyat) amount at Rs 9.82 million for the fiscal year 2025–26. This decision, based on the value of 30,630 grams of silver, marks a 21% increase compared to last year’s rate of Rs 8.10 million.
This update has sparked strong reactions across Pakistan — from courtrooms to common households — because blood money is not just a legal matter, it is directly tied to justice, faith, and family rights.
What Exactly Is Blood Money (Diyat)?
In Islamic law, Diyat (blood money) is the financial compensation paid to the heirs of a victim in cases of murder, manslaughter, or accidental killing. Instead of qisas (retaliation), the victim’s family may choose to accept Diyat.
- Legal Reference: Section 323 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC)
- Calculation Basis: 30,630 grams of silver
- New Rate: Rs 9,828,670 (for FY 2025–26)
This increase means families will now be legally compensated at a higher amount, bringing the law closer to today’s economic realities and inflation rates.
Why This Increase Matters
The rise in blood money is more than numbers:
- Justice becomes expensive: Families of victims may find negotiations harder.
- Silver prices dictate justice: As silver rates rise, so does Diyat.
- Balance of law and faith: The change reflects Pakistan’s ongoing effort to balance Islamic principles with today’s financial system.
A Nation Watching Closely
Many Pakistanis are debating whether this hike is fair and just, especially for low-income families. Lawyers, social activists, and religious scholars are sharing opinions on whether the new blood money law protects the poor or burdens them further.
At the same time, this announcement reminds the nation how deeply faith and justice are linked in Pakistan’s laws.
Final Thoughts
The government’s decision to set blood money at Rs 9.82 million will impact countless families and cases in the coming year. It reflects Pakistan’s effort to keep the law aligned with modern economics while staying true to Islamic values.
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