The Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan has suspended all proceedings at its principal seat today following the continued closure of the capital’s high-security Red Zone.
According to an official statement, no cases will be heard today, and the entire cause list for April 23 has been cancelled due to restricted access and logistical challenges faced by lawyers, litigants, and court staff.
Authorities cited security-related restrictions in Islamabad’s Red Zone as the primary reason behind the decision, with access to key government areas remaining tightly controlled.
Key Developments
- All hearings suspended for the day
- Cause list cancelled entirely
- Court staff directed to work from home
- Branch registries remain open for limited judicial and administrative work
The move comes amid ongoing security measures in the Red Zone, where strict restrictions have disrupted normal activity across government institutions and public access routes.
Despite the shutdown of court proceedings, officials emphasized that essential functions will continue through remote work and registry offices, ensuring minimal disruption to administrative operations.
This is part of a broader pattern of disruptions in Islamabad’s judicial system this week, as heightened security concerns continue to impact court accessibility and routine legal proceedings.