Justice Delayed: Procedural Failures in the Case of Parishay Khan vs CDA

Case HRPM-MLORJ30M centers on the clash between a private citizen, Parishay Khan, and the Capital Development Authority (CDA) of Islamabad. While officially labeled as a criminal trial under FIR No. 1626/25, the underlying investigation points to systemic corruption within the institutions tasked with public safety and animal welfare.

Key Findings: The Procedural Loop

The investigation into the Shahzad Town Police Station's handling of this case shows a repetitive judicial cycle. Between February 2026 and subsequent hearings, the case has remained in a state of 'scheduled' limbo. Key observations include:

Challan Submission: The U/S 173 Cr. P.C submission by Ahtsham Muqarrab marks a shift to formal trial, yet the specific evidence supporting the 'criminal' nature of the CDA incident remains opaque.

Institutional Pressure: The involvement of a major municipal body like the CDA suggests an imbalance of power in the adjudication process.

Evidence & Data: The Incident at Shahzad Town

The 'Stray Dog Population Control Centre incident' is the focal point. Discrepancies in the official report suggest that criminal charges may have been used as a retaliatory measure rather than a standard law enforcement response. The documentation lacks clear 'violation' tags in the current phase, indicating either a lack of evidence or a suppressed evidentiary chain.

Legal Framework: Rights of the Accused

The continued rescheduling of hearings (recorded as five distinct events on the same day) raises concerns regarding:

Article 10-A, Pakistan Constitution: The right to a fair trial and due process.

ICCPR Article 9: The right to liberty and security of person, and protection against arbitrary arrest.

PPC Procedural Nuances: The misuse of the FIR system to silence advocates for institutional reform.

Recommendations

The judiciary must ensure that the CDA does not use state resources to intimidate private critics. We recommend a full audit of the Population Control Centre's budget and operations to contextualize the incident that led to FIR 1626/25.

Read the full case file on HRPM for updates on the next hearing schedule.