Amid speculation and social media rumours about judicial reforms, Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif confirmed that the government plans to present a constitutional amendment in the National Assembly. The nature of the legislation remains undisclosed, but the government has secured the required strength for its passage. The government’s spokesperson on legal affairs, Barrister Aqeel Malik, stated that the proposed reform would not be person-specific and is intended to introduce beneficial changes. However, the government has not finalized the option to be tabled in parliament, a decision that could significantly impact the judiciary.
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On the other hand, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari emphasized that decisions regarding constitutional amendments related to judges should be consensus-driven. He expressed the party’s commitment to strengthening the judiciary and ensuring the expeditious delivery of justice to the public. Additionally, opposition from figures such as JUI-F chief Fazlur Rehman and BNP-M highlights the diverse and complex opinions surrounding the proposed constitutional amendment.
As the government moves forward with its proposal, it is clear that the issue has sparked significant debate and differing stances among political figures.
