The Supreme Court has launched a new public facilitation portal to provide citizens with easier access to legal information and guidance, according to an official statement.
The portal, which is available on the court’s official website under the name Public Portal, enables users to check case details, track status of applications and file complaints online. Through the Application Status section, users can monitor requests for early hearings, adjournments and video link appearances.
Information can also be obtained by contacting the Supreme Court directly through the 1818 helpline, the statement said.
An overseas portal has also been made operational to keep Pakistanis abroad connected with their legal cases. The court said a feedback portal has been introduced to encourage public participation and strengthen judicial accountability.
Additionally, an anti-corruption reporting mechanism will allow citizens to file confidential complaints, the statement added.
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Digitization of the courts
The Chief Justice of Pakistan, Yahya Afridi, announced in September that the courts would be moving towards digitization, signaling important changes. One of the focuses was, next to digitization and more of a justification, to make the court proceedings more accessible to the ordinary citizen, which the second pillar deals with.
One of the focuses was, next to digitization and more of a justification, to make the court proceedings more accessible to the ordinary citizen, which the second pillar deals with.
The Supreme Court in October held an event that witnessed the signing of an MoU between the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan (LJCP) and the National Information Technology Board (NITB), and the formal launch of the E-Office system in the Supreme Court.
Read more: Supreme Court establishes Overseas Litigants Facilitation Cell
In addition, the court has said that case details and certified copies of judgments will be made available online. The entire process will be digitized, with all records stored electronically to ensure transparency and easy access.
Recognizing the difficulties faced by overseas litigants in ensuring timely and convenient access to courts, CJP Yahya Afridi has taken notice of the matter and established the Overseas Litigants Facilitation Cell (OLFC) with immediate effect. pic.twitter.com/JyKeAH8egi
— Hasnaat Malik (@HasnaatMalik) 6 September 2025
The Supreme Court said the establishment of the facilitation cell reflects the judiciary’s decision to address these concerns. “This initiative reflects the judiciary’s commitment to ensure that access to justice is not hindered by distance and that overseas litigants can effectively pursue their rights before the Supreme Court of Pakistan,” the statement concluded.
