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Justice Shams Mehmood Mirza Resigns From LHC Following 27th Amendment

Justice Shams Mehmood Mirza Resigns From LHC Following 27th Amendment

Justice Shams Mehmood Mirza has resigned from the Lahore High Court (LHC) following the passage of the 27th Constitutional Amendment. The resignation reflects concerns within the judiciary regarding the amendment’s implications for judicial independence and institutional autonomy. Officials noted that Justice Mirza cited principles of integrity and the need to uphold the judiciary’s impartiality as key motivations behind his decision. The development adds to ongoing discussions about judicial reforms and the balance of power between Pakistan’s government branches.

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