Justice Mazahir Ali Akbar Naqvi has taken a bold stance against the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) in an open letter addressed to the Chief Justice and the judges of the Supreme Court.
In this letter, Justice Naqvi raised grave concerns about the bias exhibited by the head and members of the Council during proceedings against him.
In his letter, Justice Naqvi accused Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa and Justice Tariq Masood of urging former Chief Justice Umar Atta Bandial to take action against him. He vehemently denied any allegiance beyond the Supreme Court and the people of Pakistan, emphasizing that he refuses to comply with any political agenda.
"I am prepared to face the consequences for refusing to bow down to any undue pressure," Justice Naqvi asserted, expressing his unwavering determination to contest what he perceives as the unjust actions of the SJC.
For Justice Naqvi, this isn't merely about personal implications but also about safeguarding the dignity of the Supreme Court itself. He pointed out apparent violations of procedural laws and questioned the motives behind the formation of the bench by the Chief Justice.
Furthermore, Justice Naqvi highlighted an unprecedented event where the Judicial Council proceeded with actions despite filed petitions, signaling a disregard for the judicial process. He criticized the Council’s issuance of a second show cause notice, citing constitutional and legal flaws, and challenged the competence of Council members due to their alleged bias.
The letter emphasized Justice Naqvi’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and the integrity of the judiciary. It detailed concerns about procedural irregularities and potential prejudiced actions by the Judicial Council, underscoring the necessity for transparent and fair proceedings.
