New policy targets affordable housing, easier financing, land security and sustainable urban development across Pakistan.
Pakistan has introduced the National Housing Policy 2025, marking the first major update to the country’s national housing framework in nearly 25 years. The Ministry of Housing and Works launched the policy in collaboration with UN-Habitat Pakistan at an event held at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad.
Federal Minister for Housing and Works Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada formally unveiled the policy, while Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr. Musadik Masood Malik attended the ceremony as Guest of Honor. Senior government officials, academics, development partners and other stakeholders also participated in the event.
The launch coincided with World Habitat Day 2026, observed on October 5 under the theme “Adequate Housing for All.” The new framework seeks to address Pakistan’s changing housing and urban development requirements while promoting adequate, affordable and sustainable housing.
According to the government, the National Housing Policy 2025 focuses on increasing the availability of affordable homes, strengthening land tenure security, improving access to housing finance and upgrading informal settlements.
The housing minister also highlighted the Wazir-e-Azam Apna Ghar Program – Ghar Ho To Apna, under which Rs65 billion has reportedly been disbursed to first-time homebuyers across Pakistan. The initiative is being positioned as a key component of the policy’s implementation strategy, particularly for low- and middle-income households.
Climate Minister Musadik Malik emphasized the connection between housing, climate resilience and sustainable urban development. He noted that Pakistan faces a housing deficit of around 13 million units, making effective implementation of the new policy a major challenge.
The government has also highlighted reforms in housing finance, including support that can provide financing or equity assistance of up to 90% for home ownership. The measure is intended to improve access to housing for families who face difficulties meeting conventional financing requirements.
UN-Habitat Pakistan Country Programme Manager Waqar Syed stressed that adequate housing extends beyond providing shelter, linking it with dignity, opportunity and resilient communities.
Federal Secretary Housing and Works Captain (R) Muhammad Mahmood Rai called for sustained institutional coordination and cooperation among stakeholders to ensure the policy translates into practical housing solutions across Pakistan.