In addition to seeking immediate relief, the petition calls for an official inquiry into the matter to identify the agencies and officers involved in these disappearances
ISLAMABAD: On Monday, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party filed a significant petition with the Islamabad High Court (IHC) concerning the alarming issue of missing workers. The petition, submitted by PTI Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan, specifically requests the court to address the ongoing crisis of enforced disappearances involving party members. The petition outlines a distressing list of 16 individuals who have reportedly gone missing.
It names several high-profile officials as respondents, including the Secretary of Interior, Secretary of Defence, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad, Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), and other relevant authorities. The petition states that while some of the missing workers have been recovered, a number remain unaccounted for. This underscores the urgency of the matter and the PTI’s demand for judicial intervention. The core of the PTI’s petition is a plea for the court to issue orders that would put an end to the practice of enforced disappearances.
The party argues that such actions are severe violations of several constitutional provisions, specifically Articles 4, 9, 10, 14, 19, and 25. These articles pertain to fundamental rights, including the right to life and liberty, protection against arbitrary arrest and detention, and the right to fair treatment under the law. In addition to seeking immediate relief, the petition calls for an official inquiry into the matter to identify the agencies and officers involved in these disappearances. By targeting specific individuals and organizations, the PTI aims to hold accountable those responsible for what it describes as violations of basic human rights.
The petition reflects broader concerns about the practice of enforced disappearances, which has been a contentious issue in Pakistan’s political and legal landscape. Such cases often evoke strong responses from various stakeholders, including human rights organizations, political parties, and the judiciary. The PTI’s move to approach the IHC highlights the party’s commitment to addressing human rights abuses and seeking judicial remedies. It also emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in the actions of law enforcement and security agencies.
As the case progresses, it is expected to draw significant attention and may set important precedents regarding the handling of enforced disappearances in Pakistan. The court’s response to the petition will be closely watched for its potential impact on the legal framework governing human rights and the rule of law in the country.
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