In a recent meeting, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) approved the transfer of three judges from the Islamabad High Court to other high courts, including Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani to the Lahore High Court and Justice Babar Sattar to the Peshawar High Court. This decision, taken by a majority vote, has sparked debate within judicial circles, particularly as Chief Justice Yahya Afridi previously rejected a request to convene a meeting on these transfers, citing constitutional concerns. He warned that such transfers could undermine judicial independence and autonomy.
POLITICSPublished 29 Apr 2026 • Published 10h ago
Judicial Commission Transfers Three IHC Judges Amid Controversy
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The Judicial Commission of Pakistan has approved the transfer of three Islamabad High Court judges, a decision defended by the federal government amid concerns over judicial independence. Chief Justice Yahya Afridi expressed reservations about the lack of transparency and potential mala fide intentions behind the transfers.
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