ISLAMABAD: The Judicial Commission of Pakistan approved major appointments in the higher judiciary on Monday. The meeting was chaired by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. Members reviewed several important nominations during the session. The process included detailed discussions and consultations.
The Commission first considered the appointment of the new Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court. Sources said the JCP evaluated the names of three senior judges. After thorough deliberations, the Commission finalised Justice Zafar Ahmed Rajput for the position. Officials said his nomination received consensus support during the meeting.
Balochistan High Court Leadership Settled
The Commission then shifted its focus to the Balochistan High Court. It examined three candidates for the post of permanent Chief Justice. The names under discussion included Justice Kamran Khan Mulakhel, Justice Iqbal Ahmed Kansi and Justice Shaukat Ali Derakhshani.
Following consultations, the JCP approved Justice Kamran Khan Mulakhel for the role. Sources said the Commission considered seniority and judicial record during the selection. His nomination completed the leadership transition in the Balochistan High Court.
Justice Aurangzeb Elevated to the Supreme Court
During the meeting, the JCP also discussed appointments to the Supreme Court. The Commission reviewed the elevation of a senior judge from the Islamabad High Court. Members approved the name of Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb for permanent elevation.
He had served as a temporary judge in the Supreme Court before this decision. Officials said the Commission endorsed his nomination after reviewing his performance and judgements. His elevation filled an important vacancy in the apex court.
Meeting Attended by Senior Judiciary Members
Several senior judicial figures attended the meeting. The participants included Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court Aminuddin Khan, Justice Muneeb Akhtar and Justice Hassan Rizvi. Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Aamir Farooq also joined the deliberations.
All three decisions were finalised during this session. Officials said the appointments will strengthen judicial leadership across the courts. They added that the selections reflect the Commission’s commitment to merit and institutional stability.
