A rare internal dispute has surfaced within the Lahore judiciary following the purported resignation of Civil Judge Syed Jahanzaib Bukhari. The Judge announced his decision to step down, citing the recently introduced 26th and 27th constitutional amendments as the reason for his departure. His resignation is reportedly contained within a detailed 15-page document.
However, the administration of the Lahore High Court (LHC) has offered a counter-narrative to the public announcement. The LHC spokesperson clarified that Judge Jahanzaib Bukhari issued his alleged resignation via social media, and as of now, the High Court has not officially received the document. The spokesperson further revealed that the Judge was already facing departmental and disciplinary proceedings due to persistent absence from duty, suggesting that the resignation may be linked to the ongoing administrative action against him.
This unfolding situation brings into focus potential concerns within the judiciary regarding constitutional amendments and highlights an internal clash over discipline and judicial governance. It raises questions about the administrative pressures faced by judges at a time when the judicial system is under intense scrutiny.
