Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi has wrapped up a significant two-day official tour of the Tharparkar district, focusing on judicial infrastructure and engagement with the local legal community. The visit, which concluded on Tuesday, covered the historic town of Nagar Parkar and the district's main city, Mithi.
Exploring Nagar Parkar's Heritage and Legal Infrastructure
The top judge commenced his itinerary on Monday with a daylong visit to Nagar Parkar, located at the foothills of the iconic Karoonjhar Hills. During his stay, Justice Afridi took time to explore several sites of historical and tourist significance. His tour included the historic Kasbo village, the revered Churrio Temple, and the scenic area of Bhalwa.
Beyond the cultural excursion, the Chief Justice engaged directly with the legal fraternity. He met with a delegation of lawyers at the Nagar Parkar local court. A key highlight of this engagement was the inauguration of a library at the local bar association, a step aimed at enhancing legal resources for practitioners in the remote region. Justice Afridi spent the night in Nagar Parkar before proceeding to Mithi.
Focus on Judicial Facilities in Mithi
Upon his arrival in Mithi on Tuesday, the Chief Justice immediately visited the District and Sessions Court. There, he held important meetings with judges to discuss matters pertaining to the judiciary's functioning in the district. According to official sources, a central agenda of his visit was to review judicial facilities in this remote area and promote better access to legal resources for both the local bar and the judiciary.
A major development scheduled during his Mithi visit was the inauguration of an e-library at the Tharparkar Bar, signaling a move towards digitization and improved access to legal databases for lawyers in the region.
Security and Broader Context
Strict security arrangements were implemented throughout the Chief Justice's tour. Authorities declared a high security alert on major highways, particularly in view of his expected visits to the Mithi Civil Hospital and the popular picnic spot, Gadhi Bhit. Officials emphasized that the visit was primarily administrative, aimed at first-hand assessment and uplift of judicial services.
The tour underscores the judiciary's focus on reaching remote districts of Pakistan to ensure the justice system is accessible and well-equipped across the country. By inaugurating physical and digital libraries, Justice Afridi's visit directly addresses resource gaps for lawyers practicing far from urban centers.
