Islamabad, Feb 10: The Metro Bus service between Rawalpindi and Islamabad has been temporarily suspended due to an ongoing protest by lawyers, as reported by ARY News on Monday.
Various lawyer organizations have called for demonstrations in Islamabad to oppose the Judicial Commission of Pakistan’s (JCP) meeting scheduled for today. The commission is set to nominate eight judges for the Supreme Court, a move that has sparked opposition within the legal community.
In response to security concerns, authorities have decided to halt Metro Bus operations on key routes. The suspension affects travel between Faiz Ahmed Faiz station and the Secretariat, as well as between Rawalpindi Saddar Station and Faiz Ahmed Faiz station.
Officials have stated that the decision to restrict Metro Bus service was made as a precautionary measure to prevent any untoward incidents during the protests.
Meanwhile, the JCP meeting, chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi, is expected to proceed as planned. The session will evaluate the appointment of Supreme Court judges, focusing on five senior judges from various high courts. Reports indicate that the commission aims to elevate two judges each from the Islamabad and Sindh High Courts, alongside one judge from both the Balochistan and Peshawar High Courts.
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Legal experts and political observers have urged the commission to delay its proceedings until a verdict is reached on petitions challenging the 26th Constitutional Amendment. However, as of now, no official decision has been made regarding any postponement.
The suspension of the Metro Bus service has caused inconvenience to daily commuters who rely on public transport for travel between the twin cities. Passengers have expressed frustration over the abrupt halt, urging authorities to find alternative solutions to ensure smooth transportation without compromising security measures.
This protest underscores the growing tension between the legal fraternity and the government over judicial appointments. Analysts predict that further disruptions could occur if the concerns raised by lawyers are not addressed promptly.
Stay tuned for further updates on the situation as developments unfold.
