KARACHI: The Sindh government on Saturday vehemently denied reports that it has filed appeal against the Supreme Court verdict on trial of civilians in military courts.
The spokesperson for the Sindh government, in a statement, asserted that the rumors circulating about the province’s involvement in the appeal are entirely unfounded, emphasizing the provincial government stands by the Supreme Court’s verdict and upholds the fundamental principle of civilian oversight over military proceedings.
The clarification comes amidst widespread criticism of the Ministry of Defense’s decision to declare military trials unconstitutional, a move that has been challenged in the Supreme Court.
“The Sindh government remains committed to safeguarding the rights of its citizens and ensuring due process of law for all individuals. The province’s stance aligns with the Supreme Court’s judgment, which highlighted the potential for abuse of power and violation of fundamental rights when civilians are subjected to military trials”, the spokesperson further clarified.
In a related development, the Supreme Court has ordered the retrial of all accused individuals involved in the May 9 protests in ordinary courts. This decision underscores the court’s unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that civilians are not deprived of their constitutional rights.
The Sindh government’s denial of involvement in the appeal for military trials serves to reinforce the province’s adherence to the principles of civilian supremacy and the protection of individual liberties. The Supreme Court’s landmark decision to declare military trials unconstitutional marks a significant step towards safeguarding fundamental rights and ensuring a fair and just legal system for all citizens.
