| Case ID |
40e4fbe5-a8da-4ca3-be23-9a9ba6f884ab |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
W.P. No. 1860 of 2014 |
| Decision Date |
Feb 08, 2016 |
| Hearing Date |
Feb 08, 2016 |
| Decision |
The Lahore High Court addressed the matter of recruitment under Article 199 of the Constitution of Pakistan, focusing on the establishment of an inquiry committee as directed by the court. The court found that there was a failure to implement the committee's proposals, leading to the issuance of a show-cause notice. After considering the parties' arguments, the court found that the respondents complied with the court's order by issuing appointment letters to the applicants in waiting. Consequently, the court deemed it appropriate to drop contempt proceedings and discharge the show-cause notices. The court emphasized the importance of adhering to the rules regarding the 190-day timeframe for issuing appointment letters, noting that the merit list should be utilized effectively to fill vacancies without unnecessary delays. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the recruitment process in the Bahawalnagar district, highlighting the significance of adhering to established guidelines and the court's directives. The Lahore High Court's ruling emphasized the necessity of implementing the recommendations of the inquiry committee formed to address recruitment issues. The decision underscores the importance of timely action in issuing appointment letters to candidates, reinforcing the legal framework established by the Constitution of Pakistan. The court's judgment serves as a critical reference for future recruitment processes, ensuring that established timelines are respected to avoid unnecessary delays in filling vacancies. The ruling is particularly relevant for legal practitioners, human resource professionals, and government officials involved in recruitment, providing a clear framework for compliance and accountability. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD AMEER BHATTI
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| Lawyers |
Ch. Zulfiqar Habib,
Qamar Hayat Bhuttah,
Malik M. Hafeez,
Mian Kashif Saleem,
Abdul Basit Khan Baluch,
Mr. Muhammad Amir Niaz Bhadera
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| Petitioners |
HAFIZ MUHAMMAD AKBAR SHAKIR
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| Respondents |
ANOTHER,
DCO/CHAIRMAN DISTRICT RECRUITMENT COMMITTEE BAHAWALNAGAR
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| Citations |
2018 SLD 2908,
2018 PLJ 1163
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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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