| Case ID |
37d84849-2d68-4575-86fe-e42d9ab3bb82 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Civil Petitions Nos. 1576 and 1781 of 2007 |
| Decision Date |
Nov 30, 2007 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Sindh High Court upheld the interpretation of the agreement dated July 1, 2007, which assigned the contract to Abdul Khalique for collecting Rs.150 from each milking animal entering Karachi. The court found that the City District Government Karachi (CDGK) had not collected additional fees after the initial payment, which was a one-time method to resolve confusion over license fee payments. The contractor was entitled to charge Rs.150 per animal, while the collection of Rs.50 for vaccination was disputed and deemed unauthorized due to lack of proper documentation. Thus, the court dismissed the petitions with observations regarding the correct procedures for health certification and vaccination of animals entering Karachi. |
| Summary |
In this landmark case before the Sindh High Court, the interpretation of a significant contractual agreement was examined. The agreement involved the collection of fees for milking animals entering Karachi, a matter that raised questions about the legality of multiple fees collected by the City District Government Karachi (CDGK). The case emphasized the importance of clarity in contractual obligations and the necessity for local governments to adhere to proper regulatory procedures. The court's decision underscored the significance of contractual integrity and the lawful collection of fees, which are essential for maintaining public trust and ensuring compliance with local laws. Furthermore, the ruling highlighted the need for transparency in governmental contracts, especially when public health concerns, such as vaccination, are involved. This case serves as a precedent for future disputes regarding contract interpretation and governmental fee structures, making it a crucial reference for legal practitioners and policymakers alike. Keywords: Sindh High Court, contract interpretation, local government, milking animals, fee collection, public health. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUNIB AHMAD KHAN,
DR. RANA M. SHAMIM
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Nazeer Tanoli,
S. Khursheed Hashmi,
Manzoor Ahmed
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| Petitioners |
BLOCH KHAN AND 2 OTHERS
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| Respondents |
PROVINCE OF SINDH THROUGH SECRETARY LOCAL GOVERNMENT, KARACHI AND 12 OTHERS
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| Citations |
2010 SLD 1423,
2010 YLR 281
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973
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| Sections |
199
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