As Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Atta Bandial is set to doff his robe, Supreme Court judges appear optimistic about the prospects of positive change within the institution following the appointment of his successor, Justice Qazi Faez Isa.
The hopeful sentiments were shared during an interaction with SC judges over refreshments after the start of the new judicial year. “On the very first working day, a message will be conveyed by the new CJP through his actions,” remarked the SC judge confidently.
One of them expressed hope that despite the limited duration of his tenure, Justice Isa would initiate reforms, while another hinted at the introduction of a judicial reforms agenda by the new CJP, Qazi Faez Isa.
However, lawyers also anticipate that the biggest challenge for the incoming CJP will be fostering unity within the institution. It is expected that Justice Isa will soon summon a full court meeting.
During interactions with lawyers and media, CJP-designate Justice Isa appeared composed and made it clear that the constitution would be his sole focus.
Earlier, Justice Isa also attended a farewell dinner arranged by Justice Munib Akhtar and two other judges belonging to Sindh in honour of outgoing CJP Bandial. His participation is being seen as a positive development in light of recent internal clashes within the SC.
