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CJ Yahya Afridi: Nation Stressed Over Pakistan-India Tensions
CJP Yahya Afridi says people are stressed amid Pakistan-India tensions; judiciary moving towards paperless courts, AI integration, and double shifts in district courts.
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by News Desk
2025-05-06
CJ Yahya Afridi: Nation Stressed Over Pakistan-India Tensions

Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi has expressed concern over the public’s anxiety due to ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India, assuring that “God willing, everything will be fine.”

Speaking to court reporters in Islamabad, the CJP highlighted several judicial reforms and strategic decisions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of Pakistan’s judicial system.

Justice Afridi said the national judicial policy on enforced disappearances is under review, with consultations held with lawyers. However, the government has yet to respond to the judiciary’s concerns on the matter.

Discussing recent developments, the CJP revealed that an IMF delegation emphasized the importance of prioritizing commercial matters. In response, double shifts will be introduced in the district judiciary, and judicial officers volunteering for extra hours (2 to 5 hours) will receive a 50% increase in salary.

He also stressed the need for technological integration, pointing to Turkey’s advancements in justice delivery. “MoUs have been signed with Turkey, and efforts are underway to institutionalize relations with China, Iran, Bangladesh, and Turkey,” he said, emphasizing the importance of AI integration in Pakistan’s legal framework.

Justice Afridi acknowledged that High Courts are ahead of the Supreme Court in tech adoption but confirmed steps are being taken to modernize the apex court. “We are moving towards paperless courtrooms from June 15 to July 31,” he stated.

He also shared encouraging updates on case backlog: the number of pending cases has reduced to 56,000, with three special benches established to prioritize criminal cases, including death penalty and life sentence appeals.

 
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