| Case ID |
1a3a20be-3977-408b-9231-a8bfb618c6c9 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
C. Ps. Nos. D-4672, D-2755 of 2016, D-3286, D-2652 |
| Decision Date |
May 11, 2018 |
| Hearing Date |
Apr 08, 2018 |
| Decision |
The court addressed multiple petitions concerning pre-arrest bail for several police officials accused of illegal recruitment practices under the National Accountability Ordinance. The court found sufficient evidence indicating that the petitioners had engaged in corrupt practices by facilitating illegal appointments, which led to significant financial losses to the national exchequer. The court recalled pre-arrest bail for most petitioners, emphasizing the gravity of their misconduct, while confirming the bail for one petitioner due to his negligible role in the alleged corruption. The decision underscores the court's commitment to combating white-collar crime and ensuring accountability within public service positions. |
| Summary |
In a significant ruling by the Sindh High Court, the case revolved around allegations of illegal recruitment within the Sindh Police, implicating high-ranking officials under the National Accountability Ordinance. The court examined the intricate details of illegal appointments made during the years 2013-2015, which not only violated established recruitment protocols but also led to considerable financial losses amounting to over Rs. 500 million. The court's decision highlights the importance of adhering to merit-based recruitment standards in public service, particularly given the fiduciary responsibilities of police officials to safeguard taxpayer resources. The ruling serves as a critical reminder of the legal repercussions of corruption in public offices, emphasizing that public servants must act in the best interests of the state and the citizens they serve. The case reiterates the judiciary's role in upholding the rule of law and maintaining public trust in governmental institutions, particularly in the context of ongoing efforts to combat corruption in Pakistan's public sector. This case is particularly relevant in discussions around accountability, transparency, and the ethical conduct expected of public officials, making it a pivotal reference point for future legal proceedings involving similar allegations. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD IQBAL KALHORO,
MOHAMMED KARIM KHAN AGHA,
GHULAM HAIDER JAMALI
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| Lawyers |
Shahab Sarki,
Ali Asghar Buriro,
Yassir Siddique
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| Petitioners |
Ghulam Haider Jamali,
Ghulam Nabi Keerio,
Mir Muhammed Abrejo,
Ghulam Raza Solangi,
Raja Ishtiaq Ahmed,
Abdul Qadir Kathother,
Ayaz Hussain Memon
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| Respondents |
CHAIRMAN, NATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY BUREAU, ISLAMABAD,
Yassir Siddique
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| Citations |
2019 SLD 1254,
2019 MLD 884
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| Other Citations |
Zaigham Ashraf v. The State and others 2016 SCMR 18,
Muhammad Asif and others v. Government of Sindh through Secretary Finance Department and Information Technology Department, Sindh and 4 others 2017 PLC (C.S.) 42,
Sarfaraz Ahmed and another v. The Chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB) through Chairman and others 2016 PCr.LJ 79,
Hafeezullah Abbasi v. The Director General NAB Karachi and another (Civil Petitions Nos.1542 and 1709 of 2017),
Jamil A.Durrani v. The State PLD 2003 Kar. 393,
Maqbool Ahmed Lehri v. NAB 2016 SCMR 154,
Muhammed Akhtar Shirani v. Punjab Text Book Board 2004 SCMR 1077,
Rai Mohammed Khan v. NAB 2017 SCMR 1152,
Rana Mohammed Arshad v. Muhammed Rafique PLD 2009 SC 427,
Mukhtar Ahmad v. The State and others 2016 SCMR 2064,
Muhammed Asghar Khan's case PLD 2013 SC 1,
Syed Mahmood Akhtar Rizvi v. Federation of Pakistan PLD 2013 SC 195
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| Laws Involved |
National Accountability Ordinance, 1999,
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973
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| Sections |
9(a)(b)(iv)(vi),
199
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