Judicial Commission of Pakistan ‘likely’ to recommend transfer of five IHC judges
- Posted on April 23, 2026
- By Dawn
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In brief
Pakistan's Judicial Commission is set to convene its first meeting under newly amended legislation that grants unprecedented authority to recommend judicial transfers without requiring judges' approval. The institutional shift marks a significant development in Pakistan's judicial administration, potentially affecting five Islamabad High Court justices. This legislative modification represents a notable change in judicial governance procedures and internal court management protocols within the country's legal framework.
Judicial Commission of Pakistan ‘likely’ to recommend transfer of five IHC judges
Commission to hold maiden meeting on April 28 under amended law that empowers it to recommend transfer of judges without their consent.
