Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori administered the oath to Justice Shafi Siddiqui as the new Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court. With his appointment approved by President Asif Ali Zardari and recommended by the Judicial Commission of Pakistan, Justice Siddiqui fills the vacancy left by the promotion of Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi to the Supreme Court. At just 55 years old, Justice Siddiqui brings a wealth of experience to this prestigious role, having previously served as a judge of the SHC for eight years and as an advocate in both the subordinate judiciary and the high court.
Justice Shafi Siddiqui Appointed as New Chief Justice of Sindh High Court
Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori recently administered the oath to Justice Shafi Siddiqui as the new Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court (SHC). This appointment comes after the approval of President Asif Ali Zardari and the recommendation of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan.
Justice Siddiqui brings a remarkable career to this esteemed role. He has served as a judge of the SHC for eight years and has held positions in the subordinate judiciary and high court. At just 55 years old, he assumes the reins of the SHC, filling the vacancy left by Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi's promotion to the Supreme Court.
Background on Justice Siddiqui
Born in Karachi in 1967, Justice Siddiqui graduated from Karachi University in 1987. He started his legal career as an advocate in 1988, practicing in both the subordinate judiciary and the high court.
In 2011, Justice Siddiqui was elevated to the SHC as an additional judge. He was confirmed as a permanent judge in 2013 and has since served in various capacities, including as chairman of the inspection team and in-charge of the anti-corruption court.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. What are the key responsibilities of the Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court? Answer: The Chief Justice is the administrative and judicial head of the SHC. They oversee the functioning of the court, assign cases to judges, and ensure fair and impartial justice.
2. What are Justice Siddiqui's priorities as Chief Justice? Answer: Justice Siddiqui has emphasized the need for speedy justice, reducing case backlog, and improving the morale of lawyers and court staff.
3. What are the challenges facing the Sindh High Court? Answer: The SHC faces challenges such as heavy caseload, shortage of judges, and outdated infrastructure. Justice Siddiqui has expressed his commitment to addressing these issues.
4. What is the history of the Sindh High Court? Answer: The SHC was established in 1936 and is the oldest high court in Pakistan. It has played a significant role in the province's legal system.
5. Who are some of the notable former Chief Justices of the Sindh High Court? Answer: Some notable former Chief Justices include:
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