In Islamabad, the Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to Luqman Ali Afzal, the owner of Monal Restaurant. However, the court has withdrawn the contempt notices issued to the Cabinet Secretary and the Secretary of Climate Change.
Respect for the Prime Minister’s Office Supreme Court
The court’s order emphasized that the Prime Minister’s Office should not be undermined. It should evaluate whether recommendations serve public or personal interests. During the proceedings. Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa remarked that following the Margalla Hills order. Propaganda against the Supreme Court began. He questioned who was spreading this propaganda and criticized those who make false statements, accusing them of shamefully lying. He warned that if such behavior continued, severe measures might be taken.
The 190 Million Pounds Issue Supreme Court
Chief Justice Isa also addressed the issue of the 190 million pounds. Stating that these funds meant for the public had been misappropriated. He criticized the past government for diverting the money to a powerful individual instead of returning it to the British government. He praised foreign agencies for their active role in addressing such issues. The court has requested details from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government regarding Dinno Valley and Pine City.
Chief Justice’s Criticism of Cabinet Secretary
Chief Justice Isa expressed strong dissatisfaction with Secretary Kamran Ali Afzal. Suggesting the possibility of charging him with contempt of court. He demanded to know who was behind the notification regarding the Chairman of the Wildlife Board. The Secretary claimed that the Prime Minister issued the orders. Chief Justice Isa accused the Secretary of shifting the blame onto the Prime Minister to protect his associates. Criticizing the judiciary’s lack of media defense.
Land Mafia and Regulatory Failures
Chief Justice Isa condemned the current state of land mafia control, noting that personal agendas overshadowed public interest. He criticized the CDA Chairman for allowing advertisements of private societies on Constitution Avenue and questioned why action wasn’t taken sooner. The CDA Chairman clarified that the private housing society was in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leading Chief Justice Isa to propose contempt proceedings against him. The Chairman of the CDA mentioned that the CDA receives implementation power from the Interior Ministry. Chief Justice Isa suggested that the FBR should also fall under the Interior Ministry’s purview to ensure tax compliance. He questioned whether the Interior Ministry held more power than the Prime Minister’s Office.
