CJP orders withdrawal of Supreme Court austerity measures
Key takeaways
- Supreme Court of Pakistan austerity measures included a four-day workweek (Monday to Thursday), a 50% reduction in petroleum fuel allocations for official vehicles, and restricted protocols for judges.
- According to an official notification, the austerity-related directive issued on 10 March 2026 has been withdrawn.
- The notification states that the Supreme Court’s austerity policy will cease to be effective from 15 June 2026, following the Chief Justice’s approval.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize The Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Yahya Afridi has ordered the discontinuation of austerity measures previously implemented in the Supreme Court, with the policy set to formally end from 15 June 2026.
Supreme Court of Pakistan austerity measures included a four-day workweek (Monday to Thursday), a 50% reduction in petroleum fuel allocations for official vehicles, and restricted protocols for judges. To sustain access to justice, courts prioritize video-link hearings, though Friday dockets are strictly limited to urgent matters.
According to an official notification, the austerity-related directive issued on 10 March 2026 has been withdrawn.