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Sindh High Court Reinstates Jinnah Hospital ED Dr. Shahid Rasool
Dr. Shahid Rasool reinstated as Executive Director of Jinnah Hospital by Sindh High Court's Division Bench, nullifying the single bench's suspension order. Justice delivered!
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by News Desk
2025-01-10
Sindh High Court Reinstates Jinnah Hospital ED Dr. Shahid Rasool

The Sindh High Court’s Division Bench has reinstated Dr. Shahid Rasool as the Executive Director of Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), reversing a suspension order issued earlier by a single bench.

The Division Bench, while announcing its verdict, accepted an appeal challenging the suspension of Dr. Shahid Rasool and declared the single bench’s decision null and void.

In its written order, the court clarified that while it generally refrains from intervening in interim orders, it had to step in to ensure justice. The bench emphasized that appointments at JPMC are primarily handled by the Sindh government, and there was no objection from the federal government regarding such appointments—a critical point that, according to the bench, was overlooked by the single bench during its ruling.

Legal Background

Dr. Shahid Rasool's suspension had created a leadership vacuum at Jinnah Hospital, one of Karachi’s premier medical institutions. The suspension was challenged in the Division Bench, leading to a legal battle that has now been resolved in favor of reinstating the executive director.

Sindh CM’s Statement

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah had recently expressed his frustration over the delay in resolving the leadership issue at JPMC. He had remarked, “If the matter is not resolved by Monday, I will decide myself.” The court’s ruling now appears to have preempted any executive action.

Implications for Healthcare Leadership

The reinstatement of Dr. Shahid Rasool is seen as a significant step toward stabilizing the administrative framework of JPMC. The hospital plays a vital role in providing healthcare services to millions in Karachi and beyond, and leadership continuity is critical for its efficient functioning.

This decision highlights the importance of judicial intervention in ensuring justice and upholding the integrity of healthcare governance in Sindh.
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