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CJP Afridi: Judicial code amended to protect judges from external pressure

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  • CJP Yahya Afridi announced an amendment to the judicial Code of Conduct to protect judges from external pressure.
  • He described the district judiciary as the 'backbone' of the justice system and outlined key reforms.
  • Reforms include faster project funding, solar power for courts, and health insurance for judicial officers.

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On Saturday, Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi addressed a judicial conference in Islamabad, announcing significant reforms. He stated that the judicial Code of Conduct has been changed to ensure judges can work independently, free from external pressure. The CJP emphasized strengthening the district judiciary, outlining initiatives to improve infrastructure, such as providing solar power and internet, and streamlining project funding through the Access to Justice Fund. He also announced the provision of health insurance for judicial officers nationwide.

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Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi announced on Saturday that the Code of Conduct for judges has been amended to protect them from external pressure. Speaking at a conference in Islamabad, he also detailed several reforms aimed at strengthening the district judiciary, which he termed the 'backbone' of the country’s justice system.

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