ISLAMABAD: The implementation of a digital financial system within the judicial framework was mentioned during a briefing at the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
In this regard, the Accountant General Pakistan Revenues (AGPR) Kamran Rashid briefed Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahya Afridi, on ongoing and planned digital financial reforms aimed at improving transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the court’s financial operations.
The briefing focused on the introduction of modern, technology-driven solutions to replace traditional manual processes. The implementation of an online billing solution for the Supreme Court has formally begun and is expected to become fully operational in the near future.
The system will eliminate reliance on manual billing and paper-based cheques, marking a major shift toward automation and streamlined financial management within the apex court.
Furthermore, the statement noted that the new system is designed to ensure faster processing, improved record-keeping, and reduced administrative delays.
It is also expected to increase transparency in financial transactions, aligning judicial financial practices with broader government reforms. Moreover, the AGPR Kamran Rashid also informed the Chief Justice about key steps taken by the federal government to digitize public sector payment systems.
These initiatives aim to modernize financial governance across state institutions and promote efficiency through the use of digital platforms. Meanwhile, Chief Justice Yahya Afridi welcomed the initiative and appreciated the efforts of AGPR in advancing digital financial reforms.
He assured full institutional support from the Supreme Court to ensure the successful implementation of the online billing system. The Chief Justice focused on the fact that strengthening and modernizing the court’s financial system remains one of his key priorities.
Justice Afridi further stated that, subject to the approval of provincial chief justices, the digital financial system would be extended to the high courts in the future. He underlined that adopting digital solutions is no longer optional but a necessity in view of evolving administrative and governance requirements.
“The introduction of a digital financial system is the need of the hour,” the Chief Justice said, noting that such reforms would contribute to greater efficiency, accountability, and public confidence in judicial institutions.
