Peshawar — Six newly-confirmed judges of the Peshawar High Court took their oaths of office on Monday, January 27, 2026, marking a significant step toward reinforcing judicial capacity in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Chief Justice SM Attique Shah administered the oaths in a dignified yet simple ceremony held at the High Court premises. The event was attended by sitting judges, law officers, members of the bar, and court staff.
پشاور ہائیکورٹ کے مستقل ہونیوالے 6 ججز کی حلف برداری https://t.co/4jjaoQpgiQ pic.twitter.com/MqCwyTfyt7
— Kamran Ali (@akamran111) January 26, 2026
Key Highlights
- The confirmed judges are Justice Mohammad Tariq Afridi, Justice Mian Abdul Fayyaz, Justice Salahud Din, Justice Sadiq Ali, Justice Syed Mudasser Ameer, and Justice Qazi Jawad Ehsanullah.
- All six served as additional judges for nearly a year and were appointed permanent judges by the President of Pakistan on the recommendation of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan; the notification was issued on January 22, 2026.
- The Peshawar High Court Bar Association hosted a warm reception in their honor, led by President Ameenur Rehman Yousafzai and other office-bearers.
With these confirmations, the court now has 20 judges (including four additional judges) against a sanctioned strength of 30.
Experienced Bench Bolsters Judicial Strength
The newly-confirmed judges are no strangers to the legal fraternity. Before their elevation to the bench last year, all were senior and respected advocates with proven expertise across various domains of law. Justice Mohammad Tariq Afridi and Justice Mian Abdul Fayyaz have previously served as presidents of the PHC Bar Association, bringing deep institutional knowledge to the court.
Justice Syed Mudasser Ameer is widely recognized for his command over constitutional and corporate law, often appearing in high-profile National Accountability Bureau cases. Justice Qazi Jawad Ehsanullah, son of the late Justice Qazi Ehsanullah Qureshi (a former high court judge), built a strong reputation handling constitutional, corporate, civil, and criminal matters. Justice Sadiq Ali and Justice Salahud Din are noted for their proficiency in civil law, with Justice Sadiq having served as vice-chairman of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Bar Council at the time of his elevation.
Ongoing Effort to Strengthen Judiciary
These confirmations reflect Pakistan’s continued commitment to a robust and independent judiciary. The Peshawar High Court—now with 20 judges, including the lone female judge, Justice Farah Jamshed—remains focused on timely justice delivery despite vacancies. Observers note that filling judicial positions with experienced professionals like these six strengthens public confidence in the institution.
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What’s Next
The newly-confirmed judges are expected to assume full responsibilities immediately, contributing to the court’s caseload and helping address the backlog. Further appointments to reach the sanctioned strength of 30 judges are anticipated in the coming months, in line with national judicial reforms.
This development stands as a quiet yet meaningful affirmation of Pakistan’s dedication to upholding the rule of law and institutional integrity.
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