Chief Justice of Pakistan dissatisfied with Faizabad sit-in report

The Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa, expressed his dissatisfaction with the inquiry commission report on the Faizabad sit-in during a recent hearing. CJP Isa referred to the report as 'very disappointing' and expressed his surprise upon reviewing its contents. The hearing, which took place with a three-member bench headed by CJP Isa, focused on the federal government's review petition.

The Faizabad sit-in, which occurred in 2017, was a major protest led by religious groups against changes in the oath declaration for electoral candidates. The protest caused significant disruptions in the capital city of Islamabad and led to a prolonged standoff between the demonstrators and law enforcement authorities.

The inquiry commission was tasked with investigating the events surrounding the sit-in and providing recommendations for future handling of such situations. However, CJP Isa's comments indicate that the report fell short of meeting expectations in terms of thoroughness and accuracy.

As the highest judicial authority in Pakistan, CJP Isa's remarks carry significant weight and may lead to further scrutiny of the inquiry commission's findings. The dissatisfaction expressed by the Chief Justice underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in addressing complex legal and political issues.