LAHORE: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Mian Saqib Nisar Monday took notice of the alleged illegal appointment and “mala fide” proposed extension of the Sheikh Zayed Medical College (SZMC) chairman.
The notice was taken on the application submitted by SZMC Medical Teachers Association General Secretary Dr Muzammil Tahir and SZMC Allied Health Organisation General Secretary Dr Nasir Din.
The applicants alleged that Farid Khan, the incumbent chairman, was appointed on the recommendations of a politically titled search committee, in violation of the prevalent policy of the federation and province.
“Farid was a junior professor in the Punjab government, but was given the BS-22 grade in a federal organisation and subsequently, while negating all the legal requirements, was appointed as the chairman,” the application stated and added that nepotism and politically motivated policies of Farid Khan halted the smooth working of the hospital.
“He also took major policy decisions of making appointments and granting promotions, and victimised many officers and officials who highlighted his corruption. Furthermore, Farid enjoyed his tenure as the chairman from April 10, 2015, to April 9, 2018, and his tenure is now being extended.
Taking notice of the issue, the CJP directed his office to address the application as a petition under Article 184(3) of the constitution, and that a notice be issued to the Punjab government through the chief secretary and the health secretary.
A notice will also be issued to the Punjab advocate general, Farid Khan and the applicants, while the matter has been listed for hearing in the court on April 4.
