Reforms aim not only to reduce case pendency but also to ensure that litigants receive timely & effective justice: CJP Yahya Afridi

ISLAMABAD, March 25 (SABAH): In an effort to improve service delivery and expand access to justice, Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahya Afridi conducted an interactive session with the heads of various sections of the Supreme Court on Tuesday. The session was attended by Registrar of the Supreme Court Muhammad Salim Khan, prominent development expert Sher Shah, DG Federal Judicial Academy Hayat Ali Shahand Secretary, Law and Justice Commission (LJCP)Syeda Tanzeela Sabahat.

During the session, Chief Justice Yahya Afridi reviewed the ongoing reforms, emphasizing the digitalization of court processes, enhanced accessibility, streamlined procedures, accountability, and increased transparency in judicial operations. He noted that the reforms aim not only to reduce case pendency but also to ensure that litigants receive timely and effective justice. He stressed that litigants, as the core stakeholders of the justice system, deserve the utmost respect, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to justice and its positive public image.

The session highlighted significant milestones achieved to date, including the successful implementation of the E-Filing system. In addition, the IT Directorate presented progress updates on the integration of digital technologies and the establishment of mechanisms designed to further enhance the accessibility and transparency of the judicial process.