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SIALKOT, Jan 15 (APP):Saeed Ahmed Bhalli took oath as President of the District Bar Association at an oath-taking and transfer of powers ceremony held at the Allama Iqbal Bar Hall.
Addressing the ceremony, Bhalli described the post as a great responsibility and assured that he would work for the welfare, dignity and respect of lawyers. He said improving relations between the bar and the bench, resolving lawyers’ problems and supporting young lawyers would remain his top priorities.
He announced the establishment of an academy to help young lawyers prepare for CSS and judicial examinations and said he would personally contribute Rs500,000 for the initiative.
On the occasion, newly elected Secretary Chaudhry Shahbaz Shams said that the welfare of lawyers and the resolution of their issues would be addressed on a priority basis. He added that maintaining the honour of the bar was a collective responsibility and that better coordination between lawyers and judges was essential for the timely dispensation of justice.
Senior lawyers and office-bearers of the bar also attended the ceremony. A commemorative shield was presented to Election Board Chairman Khalid Hussain Qureshi for conducting transparent and peaceful elections.