| Case ID |
3af01030-8916-49c3-8efc-a16c9e2e6136 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
C P D 255 of 2022 |
| Decision Date |
Nov 22, 2022 |
| Hearing Date |
Nov 22, 2022 |
| Decision |
The Sindh High Court, in this case, addressed the issues raised by the petitioner, Sakhib Zar, against K-Electric Ltd. and others. The court considered the arguments presented by both parties, including the legal representations made by the advocates involved. The decision emphasized the importance of adherence to constitutional provisions and the responsibilities of utility companies towards their consumers. The court's ruling aimed to clarify the legal obligations and rights of the petitioner in relation to the services provided by K-Electric Ltd. The court's announcement on the same day as the hearing reflects its commitment to timely justice. |
| Summary |
The case of Sakhib Zar vs. K-Electric Ltd. & Others, adjudicated by the Sindh High Court, revolves around the legal responsibilities of utility providers under the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973. The petitioner, represented by Advocate Muhammad Mazan Buladi, raised concerns regarding the services rendered by K-Electric Ltd., a major electricity provider in the region. The court, presided over by Justices Muhammad Junaid Ghaffar and Agha Faisal, evaluated the legal arguments presented, focusing on Section 199 of the Constitution, which pertains to the enforcement of fundamental rights. The decision reinforced the necessity for K-Electric Ltd. to comply with its obligations to consumers, highlighting potential remedies available to individuals facing service deficiencies. This case serves as a critical reference for similar future disputes involving utility services and consumer rights under Pakistani law. Key terms include 'utility law', 'consumer rights', 'constitutional provisions', and 'Sindh High Court'. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Sindh Government,
K-Electric Ltd.
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD JUNAID GHAFFAR, J.,
AGHA FAISAL, J.
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| Lawyers |
Mr. Muhammad Mazan Buladi, Advocate,
Mr. Syed Yasir Ahmed Shah Assistant Attorney Sindh,
Mr. Shaukat Ali Chaudhry, Advocate,
Syed Asif Ali, Advocate
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| Petitioners |
Sakhib Zar
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| Respondents |
Others,
K-Electric Ltd.
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| Citations |
2022 SLD 6519
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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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