NDU Delegation Calls On CJP - UrduPoint
Pakistan Today
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 21st Sep, 2026)
A delegation of 123 participants from the National Defence University (NDU), Islamabad, led by Maj. Gen. Mohammad Shahzad Khan, Chief Instructor, called on the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahya Afridi, at the Supreme Court of Pakistan on Monday.
The diverse delegation comprised faculty members, officers from the Armed Forces and Civil Services of Pakistan, and 27 participants from friendly countries.
Upon welcoming the delegation, the Chief Justice illuminated the key aspects of parliamentary democracy and Pakistan's constitutional framework, detailing the collaborative roles of the Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary in upholding democratic governance and the rule of law. He further informed them about the judicial hierarchy and the jurisdictions of various courts.
Discussing institutional coordination and justice sector reforms, the Chief Justice highlighted the role of the National Judicial (Policy Making) Committee (NJPMC) as Pakistan's premier forum for judicial policy discussions. He briefed the delegation on initiatives aimed at enhancing court infrastructure, such as providing uninterrupted power supply, e-libraries, clean drinking water, and improved facilities for women court users. He also emphasized the Gender-Responsive Justice Initiative 2026–27, focusing on Women Facilitation Centres designed to offer comprehensive support services to female litigants.
The interactive session allowed participants to engage with the Chief Justice on topics like constitutional governance, justice sector institutions, and ongoing reforms.
Following their visit, the delegation explored the Supreme Court Museum, Court Annexed Mediation Center, and expressed keen interest in the court's historical archives and institutional heritage. Souvenirs were exchanged between the Hon'ble Chief Justice of Pakistan and the head of the delegation on this occasion.