Islamabad High Court Goes Paperless

Notably, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) has taken a major step toward digitalizing judicial proceedings with the inauguration of a Smart Paperless Digital Court.

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• Justice Aamer Farooq of the Federal Constitutional Court was additionally present at the ceremony.
• The Smart Paperless Digital Court has been established as part of the IHC's efforts to modernize its judicial processes and reduce reliance on physical documents.
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• The development comes as Pakistan's superior courts continue to expand their digital services.

In practice, the facility was inaugurated in Courtroom No. 1 during a ceremony attended by Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar with other IHC judges, and other distinguished guests.

Justice Aamer Farooq of the Federal Constitutional Court was additionally present at the ceremony. IHC Seeks Report on Indefinite Ban on New Oil Marketing Firms.

For context, the Smart Paperless Digital Court has been established as part of the IHC's efforts to modernize its judicial processes and reduce reliance on physical documents.

While the court's IT Department developed the digital system under the supervision of Umar Rashid Dar and on the instructions of the Chief Justice, the project was completed by the IHC Registrar's Office.

Notably, the move is projected to facilitate more efficient handling of court records and proceedings by shifting judicial work toward digital platforms. Islamabad Moves Key Municipal Services to PAK App.

For context, the development comes as Pakistan's superior courts continue to expand their digital services. Earlier, the Supreme Court of Pakistan signed an agreement with the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) for hosting, backend infrastructure, technical backing, and maintenance of its website and mobile application.

These platforms provide access to cause lists, judgments, and other authorized judicial information, making court services more accessible to lawyers, litigants, and the public. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover.

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