Islamabad, In an effort to safeguard the health of its officers and officials, the Islamabad Capital Police has distributed face masks to its personnel deployed across the city’s highways and main boulevards. This initiative is in line with the directives of the Islamabad Capital City Police Officer (ICCPO), Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan, to ensure the well-being of the force while they perform their duties.
According to Islamabad Capital Police, the distribution of face masks is a preventive measure to protect the officers from air pollution and epidemic diseases. The move underscores the department’s commitment to maintaining the health of its personnel, enabling them to serve the community effectively.
The Chief of Police Safe City/Traffic highlighted that the health of officers is a priority, and protecting them from environmental hazards is crucial for their ability to carry out professional responsibilities. The face masks are intended to offer a layer of safety against potential health risks associated with outdoor deployment.
In addition to this health initiative, the Chief of Police also emphasized the importance of traffic rule compliance among citizens. He appealed to the public to adhere to traffic regulations, stressing that obedience to these rules is key to ensuring a safer commuting environment for everyone.
The gesture of providing face masks is a part of the Islamabad Capital Police’s broader efforts to not only enforce law and order but also to look after the welfare of its members. Such initiatives reflect the department’s holistic approach to policing, considering both public safety and the well-being of its officers.
Islamabad, The Judicial Commission of Pakistan convened its second Rule-making Committee meeting on December 29, 2023, to finalize the draft rules of procedure for appointing judges to the country’s Constitutional Courts. The meeting, co-chaired by Mr. Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah and former Supreme Court Judge Justice Manzoor Ahmed Malik, aimed to align the appointment process with the collegial and inclusive decision-making principles of Article 175-A of the Constitution.
According to Supreme Court of Pakistan, the draft rules propose amendments to the 2010 Rules in various key areas. These include processes for convening Commission meetings and decision-making, initiating nominations in the Supreme Court and High Courts, ensuring adequate representation of District Judiciary and the Bar in elevation, diversity considerations, criteria for Supreme Court and High Court judge appointments, confirmation of Additional Judges in High Courts, and establishing a Secretariat for the Commission.
The Committee, during the meeting, incorporated suggestions from numerous co-opted members, including Hon’ble judges from the Supreme Court and High Courts, retired district and sessions judges from various provinces, a Supreme Court advocate, a legal advisor from the International Commission of Jurists, and a public sector governance expert. The Committee also acknowledged an oversight in not mentioning Justice Aalia Neelum, Judge, Lahore High Court, in the list of co-opted members and sought her input.
After extensive discussions, the Committee approved the second revised draft of the proposed rules with some amendments. These revised rules are set to be presented at the next meeting of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan for finalization.
This meeting marks a significant step towards enhancing the transparency, inclusivity, and effectiveness of the judicial appointment process in Pakistan. The involvement of a diverse group of legal professionals and experts in this revision process underscores a commitment to broadening the scope of consultation and deliberation within the judiciary.