Legal Violations
In a dramatic turn of events, Justice Mazahar Ali Naqvi has taken the extraordinary step of addressing his concerns publicly, accusing Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa of bias and violations of the law in the ongoing proceedings against him within the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC).
In a meticulously crafted four-page open letter, Justice Naqvi outlines his repeated expressions of skepticism regarding the fairness of the proceedings, highlighting his unsuccessful attempts to secure the recusal of three judges from the SJC. He underscores his lack of faith in the ongoing legal process, raising serious questions about the transparency and impartiality of the proceedings.
Justice Naqvi discloses that he has already initiated legal action by filing a case in the Supreme Court challenging the SJC proceedings. However, he laments that, to date, the matter has not been stayed, further fueling his concerns about the efficacy of the legal recourse available to him.
In the letter, Justice Naqvi explicitly accuses the Chairman of the SJC of blatant and repeated violations of the law, asserting that such actions infringe upon his fundamental rights under the Constitution of Pakistan. The judge contends that these actions alone are sufficient evidence to establish a compelling case of rigorous bias against the Chief Justice of Pakistan.
Adding to the complexity of the situation, Justice Naqvi raises a pointed question about the apparent double standards in the legal proceedings. He questions why a reference is progressing against him, despite having declared his assets, while Justice Isa, who allegedly possesses undeclared properties, remains immune from similar legal action.
The open letter serves as a public indictment of the judicial proceedings, exposing a deep-seated rift within the legal fraternity. As the accusations and counter-accusations unfold, the matter becomes a focal point of scrutiny, casting a shadow on the principles of justice, transparency, and fair play within the highest echelons of the Pakistani judiciary. Overall, Justice Naqvi’s Open Letter Alleges Chief Justice Isa’s Bias and Legal Violations in Supreme Judicial Council Proceedings.
