The Pakistan Yakjehti Council organized a peaceful rally in Karachi to commemorate the passage of the 26th Constitutional Amendment and express support for newly appointed Chief Justice Yahya Afridi.
Participants welcomed the constitutional amendment, highlighting its significance in strengthening democratic institutions by preventing arbitrary dismissals of elected representatives. The rally also acknowledged the amendment's role in establishing merit-based criteria for Chief Justice appointments.
The demonstration particularly focused on the amendment's provisions regarding judicial appointments, with attendees appreciating the new qualification and competency standards introduced for the position of Chief Justice.
Participants also expressed gratitude to the government for its initiatives to eliminate the interest-based financial system. The rally featured supportive slogans for Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, whom speakers described as one of the Supreme Court's most qualified judges.
The gathering served as a platform to welcome both the constitutional reforms and extend congratulations to Chief Justice Afridi on his appointment to the country's top judicial position. Organizers emphasized the peaceful nature of the rally, which aimed to demonstrate public support for judicial reforms.
