As part of the preparations, the Supreme Court is considering the procurement of essential equipment, including cameras, to support the live streaming capability
By our correspondent
ISLAMABAD: In a groundbreaking initiative, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has announced plans to implement live streaming services in all courtrooms, a project spearheaded by the newly appointed Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP), Yahya Afridi. Sources revealed the proposal on Friday, highlighting its potential to enhance transparency and accessibility within the judicial system.
Under the proposed framework, live streaming will be accessible only with the consent of all parties involved in the cases, a decision aimed at respecting the privacy and rights of litigants. Special measures will be taken to safeguard the confidentiality of cases involving female litigants, ensuring that privacy requests are honored. This thoughtful approach reflects a commitment to balancing public access with the dignity of individuals participating in legal proceedings.
One of the key objectives of this initiative is to facilitate overseas Pakistanis, granting them direct access to court proceedings from anywhere in the world. Currently, live streaming is limited to the Supreme Court’s Courtroom No. 1, but the expansion will allow for broader public engagement and scrutiny of the judicial process.
As part of the preparations, the Supreme Court is considering the procurement of essential equipment, including cameras, to support the live streaming capability. A committee has been tasked with drafting recommendations for the initiative, which will be submitted for final approval from CJP Afridi.
Sworn in as the 30th chief justice earlier in the day, Afridi has made this live streaming initiative a priority for his term. This move represents a significant step towards modernizing the judicial system in Pakistan, aiming to foster greater accountability and public trust in the legal framework. The successful implementation of this service could mark a transformative moment in how justice is perceived and accessed in the country.
