Key Nominations Ahead of December 21 Meeting
The Judicial Commission upcoming meeting on December 21 will deliberate on the appointment of judges for the Islamabad and Lahore High Courts. The names of the nominees have been disclosed, highlighting significant candidates for these prestigious positions.
Islamabad High Court Nominations
For the Islamabad High Court, a list of 10 candidates has been proposed. Key recommendations include:
- District and Sessions Judge Azam Khan and District and Sessions Judge Shahrukh Arjumand, recommended by the Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court.
- Advocate Kashif Ali Malik, suggested by PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar.
- Advocate Qamar Hussain Shah Sabzwari, proposed by Islamabad Bar Council representative Zulfiqar Ali.
- Advocate Sultan Mazhar Sher Khan, nominated by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah.
- Additional Sessions Judge Humayun Dilawar, recommended by Roshan Khurshid Brohi.
- Qamar Hussain Sabzwari, Umar Aslam Khan, Daniyal Ijaz, and Kashif Ali, suggested by Senator Farooq H. Naek from the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP).
Lahore High Court Nominations
For the Lahore High Court, a list of 21 candidates has been sent to the Judicial Commission. Notable nominations include:
- Former Registrar Jazila Aslam, proposed by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah.
- Three candidates suggested by Syed Ali Zafar.
- Eight candidates proposed by Farooq H. Naek.
- Advocate General Punjab Khalid Ishaq, under consideration.
- Former Advocate General Punjab Asma Hamid, nominated for the position of Additional Judge.
- Saqib Jillani, son of former Chief Justice Tassaduq Jillani.
- Former Additional Advocate General Punjab Qasim Chauhan.
- Nawaz Pirzada, the petitioner against the Senate election of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
Conclusion: Anticipation Builds for Judicial Appointments
The upcoming Judicial Commission meeting is set to be a pivotal moment for the Islamabad and Lahore High Courts, with significant nominations on the table. These appointments will play a crucial role in shaping the judicial landscape of Pakistan.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Judicial Commission’s decisions and the future of the Islamabad and Lahore High Courts.