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On 17 November 2025, the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) in Pakistan strengthened its bench with the induction of two new judges: Justice Rozi Khan and Justice Arshad Hussain Shah took their oaths in a formal ceremony at the Islamabad High Court.
Key Details
- The oath was administered by the Chief Justice.
- With their induction, the FCC’s bench reached seven judges in total.
- Three benches were constituted:
- Bench 1: Chief Justice + Justice Ali Baqir Najafi + Justice Arshad Hussain Shah
- Bench 2: Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi + Justice K.K. Agha
- Bench 3: Justice Aamir Farooq + Justice Rozi Khan
- Proceedings formally began, including recitation of the Qur’an, and the court is now fully operational.
Significance
- The deployment of judges across dedicated benches shows readiness for full‑scale constitutional hearings.
- The addition of Rozi Khan and Arshad Hussain Shah enhances the court’s capacity for high‑level constitutional work.
- This step underlines institutional strengthening of constitutional adjudication in Pakistan.
Implications
- People seeking constitutional relief now have a fully‑staffed forum via the FCC.
- The legal community will monitor how efficiently the new benches deliver decisions.
- The way forward depends on keeping momentum and transparency in the FCC’s work.
Final Thoughts
The swearing‑in of these two judges marks a key milestone for the FCC’s operation. With three benches now in place, the court is positioned to take on significant constitutional challenges. The next test will be how quickly and fairly the court manages its workload and sets the tone for constitutional justice in Pakistan.
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