SC plans to appoint ad hoc judges to clear case backlog

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has decided to appoint ad hoc judges to expedite hearings and decisions in pending criminal cases, sources told ARY News.

According to sources, the move aims to reduce the backlog of criminal cases pending before the Supreme Court and ensure their timely hearings and disposal.

The appointment of two Lahore High Court judges as ad hoc judges of the Supreme Court has been proposed.

Justice Sadaqat Ali Khan and Justice Syed Shahbaz Rizvi have been proposed for appointment as ad hoc judges, according to sources.

Earlier, the Supreme Court of Pakistan (SCP) on Tuesday launched a new portal allowing the public to obtain digitally verified copies of court decisions.

According to an SCP circular, the digital certified copy portal is now accessible via the Supreme Court’s public facilitation portal.

Through this platform, applicants can apply online to obtain digitally verified copies of any court decision or order.

The initiative aims to eliminate hurdles and delays in securing judicial documents, making the process more convenient and effective.

Officials noted that these digital reforms are a vital step toward making the court system more accessible, efficient, and aligned with modern technology.