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Forum of Pakistan Ombudsman at a Glance

We are committed to strengthening public grievance redress mechanisms in the Ombudsman offices of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir by enhancing core capacities and achieving higher levels of professionalization in all Ombudsman offices.

Through advocacy and awareness initiatives under a well-coordinated and collective outreach program, we strive to reduce citizens’ tolerance for maladministration.

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Our Core Mission

FPO is dedicated to enhancing accountability, promoting good governance, and empowering Ombudsman offices in Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir through capacity-building, advocacy, and collective outreach.

Our Strategic Aims

Fostering Ombudsman Excellence: Innovating with technology, inclusive outreach, and efficient processes. Cultivating expertise, defining standards – ensuring transparent and trusted public service.

Our Values

FPO is dedicated to enhancing accountability, promoting good governance, and empowering Ombudsman offices in Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir through capacity-building, advocacy, and collective outreach.

FPO Executive Body

Muhammad Zafar Hijazi

President FPO, Federal Tax Ombudsman
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Almas Ali Jovindah

Executive Secretary (FPO), Legal Advisor Federal Tax Ombudsman
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July 2026 Issue

FPO at a Glance

The inception of The Forum of Pakistan’s Ombudsman (FPO) was catalyzed by the visionary impetus of the Federal Tax Ombudsman, culminating in a network that stands as a testament to its commitment. Formally enshrined under the Societies Act (Act XXI of 1860) on June 4, 2011, following its establishment on April 15, 2011, this platform epitomizes a realm of collective aspiration.

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President Forum of Pakistan Ombudsman alongwith members of the FPO presesnting annual reports to the Hon'ble President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan

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FOSPAH Chief Fauzia Viqar Meets Federal Ombudsman Naveed Kamran Baloch to Discuss Institutional Collaboration

Islamabad: The Federal Ombudsperson for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPAH), Hon'ble Ms. Fauzia Viqar, visited the…
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Federal Ombudsperson Fauzia Viqar Meets Sindh Ombudsman Shahnawaz Tariq to Strengthen Harassment Protection Coordination

Karachi: Federal Ombudsperson for Protection Against Harassment, Ms. Fauzia Viqar, met with Provincial Ombudsperson (Sindh)…
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Ombudsperson Punjab Dr. Najma Afzal Khan Graces Seminar on Women’s Rights at Islamia University Bahawalpur

Bahawalpur: Dr. Najma Afzal Khan, Ombudsperson Punjab, attended as Chief Guest at the Islamia University…
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Ombudsman Punjab Secures Rs 64.1 Million in Relief for Citizens in WASA Complaints

Lahore: The Office of the Ombudsman Punjab has secured Rs 64.1 million in financial relief…

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