ISLAMABAD: The district judiciary of Islamabad made remarkable progress in case management in the year 2024 as it decided 119,151 cases.

During the year, the courts received a total of 116,377 new cases whereas they managed to reduce the number of pending cases from 51,670 to 48,896 by year-end.

The district judiciary also inaugurated the lawyers’ central library and its official website.

The ceremony held at the district courts was attended by Chief Justice Islamabad High Court Justice Aamir Farooq, who highlighted the judiciary’s exceptional performance in resolving cases and improving accessibility for litigants. He said the district courts resolved over 119,000 cases in 2024, a remarkable increase from the 82,000 cases disposed of in the previous year.

“For the first time, we have surpassed previous milestones with the backlog of cases turning negative,” he stated.

He commended the district judiciary and lawyers for their dedication and said efforts would continue to further improve efficiency.

The chief justice inaugurated the long-awaited lawyers’ library, a project he had announced six months ago. The library stocked with books worth over Rs5 million donated by OGDCL aims to serve as a vital resource for lawyers and judicial officers.

Additionally, the chief justice launched the district judiciary’s official website, describing it as a step forward in providing convenience and relief to litigants, especially those residing abroad.

The website offers features such as case and judgement searches, FIR-based case tracking and access to interim court orders.

“The website will provide accessibility and transparency, making it easier for litigants and lawyers to stay informed,” said the chief justice.

“For the first time, nominations from the district judiciary have been forwarded for appointments as High Court judges, he said, adding: “I hope good news will follow regarding these appointments. I am proud of the hard work and dedication of my subordinate judiciary and lawyers.”

District Bar Association President Shakeel Abbasi extended his gratitude to the chief justice and the judiciary for their support and advancements.

Shields were presented to the chief justice and District and Sessions Judge Mohammad Azam Khan.

Published in Dawn, January 11th, 2025