LAHORE – The chief justice of Pakistan and former railways minister,Khawaja Saad Rafique exchanged harsh words on Saturday when the latter wassummoned to the court on an immediate notice.
Chief justiec Mian Saqib Nisar summoned Saad Rafique after an audit reportwas submitted to the court regarding the loss in Pakistan Railways.
During the hearing of the case at the Lahore registry, the firebrandPakistan Muslim League Nawaz leader complained that he was not being servedjustice, adding that as per the code of conduct, the judges are barred toridicule anyone.
‘Tell me if the report suggests about my involvement in corrupt practices.How can I submit my response on a report that comprises as many as 1000pages,’ argued Rafique.
When the ‘pugnacious’ leaguer opted a bit rude tone, the top judge advisedhim that he should leave his arrogance at home before coming over to theaugust court.
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‘Mend your behaviour. Did you consider insulting the court before showingup,’ wondered the top judge.
The chief justice asked the politician as to why he was seething in angeras he should respond to what’s being inquired. He advised the lawmaker tohire a lawyer or a consultant and submit a reply.
Upon this, the Punjab Assembly member replied that he could not even thinkof insulting the court.
