CJP announces judicial reforms; Registrar inspects facilities for improvements

ISLAMABAD Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi has announced plans to reform and improve the judicial system for the swift delivery of justice. In this regard, Supreme Court Registrar Muhammad Salim Khan conducted an inspection visit of the court building, said a notification released by the Supreme Court on Friday.

The inspection visit covered the institution branch, information desk, police front desk, and parking area to assess current processes and identify opportunities for systematic improvement. “The primary objective of this initiative is to streamline operations by reducing the average response time of each process to foster an efficient, transparent, and accountable framework that better serves the public and meets the needs of litigants,” the notification read.

The visit focused on analysing business processes and identifying areas where the service delivery system can be overhauled to ensure a more inclusive and accessible environment.

Recognising the importance of accessible justice for all, the registrar issued directions to implement sustainable measures that cater to all segments of society, especially disabled individuals and senior citizens who visit the Supreme Court for the addressal of their grievances.

During his visit, Muhammad Salim Khan also engaged with litigants who were present for their cases. He visited the Bar Room to speak with lawyers present in the court premises as well. “These interactions provided valuable insight into the public’s experience and needs to make the judicial system more responsive and user-friendly,” the Supreme Court notification added.

Registrar Salim Khan reiterated that these reform initiatives are designed to make the Supreme Court more accommodating to the needs of the public, thus enhancing trust and facilitating smoother access to justice.