Federal Law Minister Azam Nazir Tara during hearing of missing poet case in the Islamabad High Court underscored the immense sacrifices made by Pakistan’s armed forces in the ongoing war against terrorism.
Addressing the complexities surrounding the issue of missing persons, Tarar emphasized that over 70,000 lives have been lost in this battle, illustrating the heavy toll on the nation’s security forces.
Minister Tarar's remarks came as he appeared in court for a hearing concerning the disappearance of poet Ahmed Farhad, reportedly in police custody in Dhirkot, Azad Kashmir.
He drew parallels to historical and international precedents, referencing legislation from 1970s Ireland that allowed for extended detention of suspects, as well as similar laws in India aimed at combating insurgency.
Tarar highlighted constitutional protections under Article 248 for federal and provincial cabinet members, and Article 199(3) which safeguards armed forces personnel from court interventions.
He argued that these provisions, established by the constitution's framers, must not be selectively interpreted. The minister assured the court of the government's willingness to cooperate and address any concerns regarding these legal protections.
