LHC judge resigns citing 26th, 27th constitutional amendments

LHC judge resigns after Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kiyani tells President Zardari that the 26th and 27th amendments have compromised judicial independence.

Lahore High Court Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kiyani resigned on Wednesday and sent his letter to President Asif Ali Zardari.

He said the 26th and 27th constitutional amendments have compromised judicial independence.

His letter says the executive now directly controls judicial appointments and transfers and that this severely affects common citizens.

He cited political interference as undermining public trust and said his conscience no longer allowed him to serve as a judge.

He said he remains committed to the supremacy of the Constitution and the rule of law.

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