NJPMC reiterates focus on institutional capacity and access to justice

ISLAMABAD: The National Judicial Policy Making Committee (NJPMC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening institutional capacity, while saying that improving access to justice and ensuring efficient disposal of cases remain among its leading priorities.

The commitment was expressed during the 59th meeting of the NJPMC, where participants reviewed a range of reforms and policy measures.

The meeting was chaired by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. It was attended by the chief justice of the Federal Shariat Court, the chief justices of all high courts, the attorney general for Pakistan, and senior officials of the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan.

Reforms and policy review

The session examined key reform steps and policy initiatives linked to the functioning of the judicial system. In doing so, the committee underscored that institutional strengthening remains central to its agenda.

The NJPMC also stressed the importance of making justice more accessible to the public. Alongside that objective, the committee maintained that timely and efficient disposal of cases continues to be a major concern.

The meeting formed part of the committee’s ongoing policy oversight role in matters concerning judicial administration and reform. The participants reviewed the issues before them in the context of broader efforts aimed at improving the performance and capacity of judicial institutions.

Chief Justice Yahya Afridi presided over the proceedings, with the country’s senior judicial leadership and relevant legal officials in attendance. The presence of the chief justice of the Federal Shariat Court, all high court chief justices, the attorney general for Pakistan, and senior representatives of the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan reflected the significance of the meeting.

The committee reiterated its resolve on three key fronts: strengthening institutional capacity, improving access to justice, and ensuring efficient case disposal. These areas were highlighted as top priorities during deliberations at the 59th meeting.

No further details were provided in the report regarding specific decisions taken during the session, but it said the meeting reviewed major reforms and policy initiatives under the NJPMC framework.

The NJPMC is a key forum for judicial policy deliberation, and its latest meeting brought together senior members of the judiciary and legal system to assess ongoing priorities and reform efforts.