| Case ID |
2c049355-ecad-44bd-b07c-6f349a5de4c7 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
C.P. Nos. D-1255 of 2020, D-2950, D-3009, D-3024, |
| Decision Date |
Oct 13, 2022 |
| Hearing Date |
Oct 13, 2022 |
| Decision |
The Sindh High Court ruled in favor of the petitioners regarding their pensionary benefits. The court emphasized that the pension is a right acquired after satisfactory service and cannot be withheld without valid reasons. The petitioners, who had served in various government departments, claimed that their pensionary benefits were wrongfully denied, leading to hardship. The court directed the Chief Secretary of Sindh to form a committee to address the pension issues of the petitioners, ensuring that any outstanding payments are released promptly. The decision underscores the importance of adhering to legal provisions regarding pension rights and the necessity for government departments to process such claims efficiently. |
| Summary |
This case, adjudicated by the Sindh High Court, involved multiple petitions concerning the denial of pensionary benefits to retired government employees. The court found that the petitioners had a legal right to their pensions under the Constitution of Pakistan, specifically referencing Articles 9 and 199. The ruling highlighted the socio-economic implications of withholding pensions and reinforced the principle that pension is not merely a bounty but a rightful entitlement accrued through years of service. The court ordered the establishment of a committee to resolve the pension claims of the petitioners within a month, ensuring that any delays in payment are addressed and that the rights of the retired employees are upheld. This case serves as a critical reminder of the obligations of government entities towards their retired employees and the legal frameworks that protect such rights. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Government of Sindh,
Accountant General Sindh
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| Judges |
Muhammad Iqbal Kalhoro,
Adnan-ul-Karim Memon
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| Lawyers |
Mushtaque Ali Tgar,
Naveed Hussain Umrani,
Mashooque Ali Mahar,
Mian Taj Muhammad Keerio,
Nouman Sahito,
Sheikh Habib Kausar
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| Petitioners |
SHARIF MASIH
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| Respondents |
PROVINCE OF SINDH
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| Citations |
2024 SLD 3947,
2024 PLJ 29
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| Other Citations |
PLD 2013 SC 829,
1991 SCMR 1041,
Haji Muhammad Ismail Memon, PLD 2007 SC 35
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973
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| Sections |
9,
199
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