ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi on Monday called for constructive criticism on judges.
He was talking to a delegation of Supreme Court Press Association on Monday. He said that every judge of apex court is independent in making decisions. “The judges should be criticised but criticism should be constructive,” said the CJP Afridi.
He said on a lighter note that he was made CJP in so much haste that he couldn’t buy a new suit for his oath-taking ceremony. The chief justice said that several reforms have been introduced in judiciary during last few months. “The high court has its own authority. We cannot directly interfere in the affairs of high court and lower judiciary,” he said.
Earlier, the Supreme Court released details of cases disposed of in the last two months, making significant progress in judicial efficiency.
Under the leadership of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, the apex court expedited the decision-making process, disposing of 7,482 cases from October 28, 2024, to January 3, 2025.
According to a press release issued by the apex court, judicial performance improved through better case planning, resource allocation and administrative enhancements.
Earlier, The Supreme Court of Pakistan has released details of cases disposed of in the last two months, making significant progress in judicial efficiency. Under the leadership of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, the apex court expedited the decision-making process, disposing of 7,482 cases from October 28, 2024, to January 3, 2025.
According to a release issued by the apex court, judicial performance improved through better case planning, resource allocation, and administrative enhancements. Reforms introduced include e-affidavits and the provision of instant verified copies.
Public involvement was encouraged by seeking input from legal experts, stakeholders, and civil society. Attention was also given to the Chief Justice’s visits to remote districts and improving the performance of the district judiciary, said the statement.
The statement added that steps were taken to enhance resources for the district judiciary to ensure the delivery of justice. The number of new cases registered in the Supreme Court stood at 2,950. To make the judicial system more transparent and efficient, modern IT systems were integrated. –Agencies
The Supreme Court said efforts were being made to make the judicial system more responsive and accessible in line with public needs.
