PHC CJ orders speedy disposal at district judiciary, annoys pendency

Syed Waliullah Shah

NOWSHERA: Chief Justice Peshawar High Court (PHC) paid a surprise visit to sub-jail Nowshera while inspected each and every barrack personally and gave a patient hearing to all the prisoners by listening to their complaints and submissions individually.

The District and sessions judge Nowshera and Judicial Magistrate accompanied her ladyship. Prisoners had the majority of the complainant regarding the non-appearance of the counsels and prosecution witnesses which is causing hurdles for expeditious disposal of their cases. Complainants were also made regarding the non-conducive environment and overcrowding in the Nowshera jail and lack of basic facilities.

Her ladyship then and there issued strict directions to all concerned authorities for emergent fixation of the matters. Her ladyship showed her concerns about the cases of under-trial prisoners and directed the District & Sessions Judge for the speedy disposal of the cases. Directions were also issued for the proper medical facilitation and treatment of the inmates.

On complaints about the provision of insufficient food and other allied facilities, the Chief Justice inspected the kitchen area and directed the Superintendent Jail for making sure of adequate arrangements. After the jail visit her ladyship presided over a meeting with the Judicial Officers of the district judiciary Nowshera.

The District & Sessions Judge, Nowshera briefed Chief Justice regarding the pendency and disposal of the district Judiciary. Her ladyship appreciated the performance of the district judiciary and applauded their hard work and dedication.

Chief Justice emphasized that cases of Under Trial Prisoners and family matters must be given priority and shall be expeditiously disposed-off. Her ladyship stressed that judicial officers shall maintain discipline and observe the court timings and official dress code, as per directions issued by the Peshawar High Court.

Hon’ble the Chief Justice while speaking to the Judges emphasized that there will be zero tolerance for corruption. Strict actions will be taken against the delinquent officers and officials.

The justice also visited Tehsil courts Pabbi, met with the judicial officers of Tehsil Courts and discussed matters relating to Tehsil Courts. Her ladyship expressed her satisfaction regarding the overall performance and management of tehsil courts.