Muzaffarabad:
Azad Jammu and Kashmir Supreme Court (AJKSC) Chief Justice Raja Saeed Akram Khan on Thursday expressed solidarity with the people of the Indian illegal occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) for their unmatched victims in the fight for self -determination.
Chief Justice approached the opening ceremony for the AJKSC Golden Jubilee celebrations in Muzaffarabad on Thursday.
Marking 50 years ago The Point Court In 1975, Chief Justice Akram expanded crimes to the population of the state as well as past and current judges, lawyers and citizens from all walks of life. He also paid tribute to former Chief Justices and Judge, both deceased and vibrant, who laid the basis for a progressive and effective legal system in AJK.
In a strong message of solidarity, Chief Justice confirmed the unwavering support of the people of Azad Kashmir and Pakistan for the oppressed people of IIOJK and condemned India’s illegal occupation and constitutional acts. He paid tribute to the victims of Kashmiri martyrs and expressed hope that the dawn of freedom would soon rise across the occupied area.
Chief Justice revealed that the original Golden Jubilee celebration, scheduled for May 2025 with a confirmed participation of Pakistan’s Chief Justice Yahya Afridi and other senior judges from all over the country, had to be postponed after the night of 6-7.
He praised the Pakistani armed forces for their rapid and robust reaction, especially the pakistan Air Force and Cyber Warriors for their historical defense. He paid tribute to Martyr -Major Adnan and paid tribute to the courage and victims of Pakistan’s soldiers.
When he reflected on the development of the judiciary, Chief Justice Akram said that AJK Supreme Court has weathered both challenges and milestones to appear as a beacon for justice. He noted that there is currently not currently pending before the court – a record that is unmatched in the region.
Chief Justice emphasized that justice delayed is denied justice and pointed to delays in the implementation of court decisions and systemic inefficiencies such as interruptions, absenteeisms and bureaucratic bottlenecks. He called for collective responsibility and reform, including from judges, lawyers and court staff.
Chief Justice also credited the Islamic ideology council under his leadership undergoing and recommending changes to bring laws in accordance with Islamic principles.
He praised the social harmony of AJK with reference to low crime rates, sectarian unity and transparent governance as a characteristic of the region’s social model. He urged all institutions – Judiciary, Development and Legislator – to remain within their constitutional boundaries while working against a welfare state based on the rule of law, profits and justice.
