Mir Raza Case: Judicial Commission’s Fate Rests with Sindh Cabinet

The tenure of the judicial commission investigating the death of Karachi businessman Mir Raza Ali has expired, prompting an adjournment of proceedings until October 2. In a written order, the commission, headed by Justice Omar Sial, noted that its term ended on September 27.

According to reports, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has approved a summary to extend the commission's term until October 15. However, the final decision rests with the provincial cabinet, which is scheduled to meet on October 1.

The commission has stated that if the cabinet does not approve the extension, no further witnesses will be summoned, and a report will be compiled based on the evidence and statements recorded to date.

The judicial commission investigating the death of Karachi businessman Mir Raza Ali has recorded the statements of over 40 witnesses, according to the latest proceedings. Despite the extensive testimonies, the commission has reportedly observed that the case remains unresolved. It also expressed displeasure with the police investigation, noting that CCTV footage from only one camera was secured and that statements from the victim's family had not been recorded. Jibran Nasir, the lawyer for Ali's family, accused the police of conducting a flawed investigation based on guesswork and failing to secure footage from dozens of available cameras.

Jibran Nasir, the lawyer representing the family of the late businessman Mir Raza Ali, has criticised the delay in extending the tenure of the judicial commission investigating the death. Speaking to the media, Nasir stated that the decision for the extension should have been made earlier.

He added that anyone can be summoned before the commission and that appearing before it is not an insult, suggesting that officials should present themselves to ensure transparency. Nasir warned that leaving questions unanswered would be a significant loss and reiterated the call for the perpetrators to be found.