diff --git a/.github/pull_request_template.md b/.github/pull_request_template.md
index beed77df..250d3c01 100644
--- a/.github/pull_request_template.md
+++ b/.github/pull_request_template.md
@@ -9,5 +9,6 @@
 - [ ] I have split my patch into logically separate commits.
 - [ ] All commit messages clearly explain what they change and why.
 - [ ] PR description sums up the changes and reasons why they should be introduced.
+- [ ] I have implemented Rust unit tests for the features/changes introduced.
 - [ ] I have enabled appropriate tests in `.github/workflows/build.yml` in `gtest_filter`.
 - [ ] I have enabled appropriate tests in `.github/workflows/cassandra.yml` in `gtest_filter`.
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