Supeme Court establishes 24/7 anti-corruption hotline

ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi ordered to establish a dedicated anti-graft hotline for the petitioners to report incidents of corruption, favoritism, or any form of bribe, without fear of retaliation.

The hotline allows communication in Urdu and English and can be reached via phone, email, text messaging, and an internet site allowing citizens to report incidents at any time, ensuring inclusivity and ease of access.

According to the official handout,  the CJP is dedicated to providing a corruption-free environment to the petitioner in the Supreme Court.

The statement said the whistleblower’s identity will be protected and the choice of remaining anonymous will be fully respected.

All complaints received will be overseen by an independent authority reporting directly to the CJP, maintaining transparency and objectivity throughout the process.

Each report will thoroughly be tracked and investigated, with in provided timeframe — 30 days for simpler case and up to 60 days for complex case. Additionally, the complainants are kept informed about the status of their complaints said the statement.

This initiative reflects the Chief Justice’s attempt to uplift and strengthen public confidence in the institution of the apex court. “Citizens are encouraged to use this platform to help prevent illicit conduct and guarantee merit and transparency.” says the official note from the apex court.