KARACHI – April 10, 2026 – A decisive meeting of the Core Committee of the Independent Lawyers Group Sindh Chapter (Asma Jahangir Group) was convened today to finalize the group’s strategy for the upcoming judicial elections. The session was presided over by the veteran legal leader, Mr. Muhammad Yasin Azad (Senior ASC), Former President of the Supreme Court Bar Association of Pakistan (SCBA).
Following a thorough consultative process and unanimous consensus within the Core Committee, the group has officially unveiled its nominated panel for the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) Elections for the 2026-2027 term.
Official Nominees (Sindh Seat):
The Independent Lawyers Group has fielded a formidable panel of seasoned practitioners for the Sindh seats:
For Vice President (Sindh): Mr. Jam Asif Mehmood Lar, ASC
For Member Executive Committee: Mr. Arshad Mobin Ahmed, ASC
For Member Executive Committee: Mr. Ejaz Ahmed Awan, ASC
Commitment to the Rule of Law and Judicial Independence
The Asma Jahangir Group has historically remained the vanguard for the Rule of Law, the Independence of the Judiciary, and the Supremacy of the Constitution in Pakistan. The nominated candidates embody these core values, having consistently stood at the forefront of every movement dedicated to protecting the democratic fabric of the legal system and ensuring that the judiciary remains free from external pressures.
Advocacy for the Welfare of the Legal Fraternity
Beyond constitutional advocacy, the Group is deeply committed to the Welfare of the Advocates of Pakistan. The current panel brings a vision focused on professional development, the enhancement of institutional support systems, and addressing the practical challenges faced by the fraternity. Their services reflect a lifelong dedication to ensuring the Bar remains a strong, unified, and self-sustaining body that protects the rights of every practitioner.
Distinguished Leadership & Strategic Endorsement
The nominations were finalized with the robust backing of the province’s most influential legal minds, including:
Mr. Muhammad Yasin Azad, Senior ASC – Leader and Head of Sindh Chapter.
Mr. Khalid Javaid, ASC – Former President of the Sindh High Court Bar Association.
Kazi Abdul Hameed Siddiqi, ASC – Former Vice President SCBA and Former Deputy Attorney General.
Mrs. Samia Faiz Durrani, ASC – Former Vice President SCBA.
Mr. Muhammad Aziz Khan, ASC – Former Vice President SCBA.
Dr. Shahnawaz Memon, ASC – Present Member, Executive Committee SCBA.
Syed Zulfiqar Hyder Shah, ASC – Current Member, Executive Committee SCBA.
Mr. Irfan Mir Halipota, ASC – Former Member, Executive Committee SCBA.
Mr. Faiz Mahmood Khan Durrani, ASC
Mr. Masood Anwar Ausaf, ASC
Mr. Abdul Rasheed Khan, ASC
Mr. Zafar Iqbal Datt, ASC
Provincial Solidarity
Demonstrating the group’s organizational strength and provincial reach, the Core Committee maintained close digital coordination with regional leaders to ensure inclusive representation. Mr. Lutufullah Arain, Mr. Bashir Almani, and Mr. Farhad Ali Abro were formally consulted, extending their full support and endorsement for the nominated panel.
Closing Statement
In his concluding remarks, Mr. Muhammad Yasin Azad expressed absolute confidence in the candidates. He reiterated that the Independent Lawyers Group remains the steadfast protector of democratic values within the Bar and pledged that the nominated panel will work tirelessly to uphold the dignity of the legal profession and the rights of every advocate across Pakistan.
