Chief Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani chairs a meeting of the National Judicial (Policy Making) Committee held in the Supreme Court Branch Registry, Lahore. PHOTO: APP
Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani said on Saturday that constitutionally, provision of inexpensive and expeditious justice was foremost responsibility of state but the judiciary was also equally responsible to deliver speedy justice, which is essential.
Justice Tassaduq Jillani, who is also NJPMC’s chairman said this while chairing a meeting of National Judicial (Policy Making) Committee held in the Supreme Court Branch Registry, Lahore.
He said that the National Judicial (Policy Making) Committee provided a permanent forum for interaction and coordination among the chief justices of the superior judiciary to harmonise judicial policy within the court system for improving the capacity and performance of the justice system. In line with its objective, the committee embarked on the path of reforming the administration of justice and took important decisions including formulation of National Judicial Policy.
“Disposal of all old cases by the District Judiciary and ever increasing rate of fresh institution, speak about the success of these initiatives,” the chief justice remarked.
Reviewing the performance of the district judiciary with reference to old cases, the committee noted that the district judiciary has decided a good number of cases.
It also reviewed the implementation status of its recommendations regarding the allocation of additional funds to strengthen district judiciary in terms of human resource and infrastructure.
The chairman appreciated efforts of the judicial officers.
They also condemned the Islamabad District Court attack. The committee recommended immediate shifting of courts, and urged the government to move the courts to securer premises. Suggestions of expeditious disposal of cases of Overseas Pakistanis were also considered. The chief justice called for the establishment of a wing in the Human Right Cell of the apex court to entertain their complaints for quick relief.
Published in The Express Tribune, March 9th, 2014.
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