Karachi: Sindh High Court (SHC) heard case related to Jirga held in Jacobabad and declared Jirgas (tribal settlement councils) held in Upper Sindh and their decisions as illegal.

SHC sought details of Jirgas held in last 5 years from Sindh inspector general and ordered action will be taken against district police officer if Jirga will happen from now onwards. Provincial apex court said all punishments given in Jirgas are also illegal and no punishment can be executed. Hearing of case has been adjourned till May 17. Court said holding of Jirga is to create state within state and police could prevent it and cops responsibility is to ensure safety of citizens and their freedom. “If Jirga will be held in any district, Sindh IG should take criminal prosecution against SSP and SHO,” Court ordered, adding that, departmental action should also be taken against such police officers.

SHC also directed Sindh top cop to conduct month long digital forensics course to all investigating officers to improve efficiency of IOs.

Published in The Daily National Courier, April, 29 2023

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