KARACHI: Justice Shafi Siddiqui has officially taken the oath as the Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court (SHC). The oath-taking ceremony took place on the premises of the SHC, with Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori administering the oath.
President Asif Ali Zardari approved Justice Shafi Siddiqui’s appointment under Article 175-A(13) of the Constitution. The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) had also unanimously recommended his elevation to the position of Chief Justice of the SHC to fill the vacancy left by Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi, who was elevated to the Supreme Court.
Born on August 12, 1965, Justice Siddiqui has a distinguished legal career. He was appointed as a judge of the SHC on March 20, 2012. His legal career began with his enrollment as an advocate of the subordinate judiciary in 1992 and the high court in 1994. He was further enrolled as an advocate of the Supreme Court of Pakistan in 2008.
Justice Siddiqui’s impressive career in the judiciary, marked by years of dedicated service and invaluable experience, has garnered him immense respect and recognition within the legal community. As he assumes the role of Chief Justice, his appointment is anticipated to greatly enhance the leadership and judicial expertise at the SHC, contributing to the continued pursuit of justice and upholding the rule of law.
This transition in the judiciary marks a notable moment for the Sindh High Court as it continues its commitment to upholding justice and legal integrity in the province. Justice Siddiqui’s elevation is seen as a positive step towards maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the judicial system in Sindh.
