IHC issues notices to PTA, Mobile Companies over weak network in courts

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 9th Jul, 2026) The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued notices to mobile phone companies and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on a public interest petition highlighting poor mobile network services within the premises of superior and district courts.

Chief Justice, Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar issued the order on a petition filed by Judicial Activism, represented by Advocate Azhar Siddique.

The court observed that weak or non-existent mobile signals in court premises cause significant difficulties for lawyers and litigants, hindering urgent communication during court proceedings .

The petition argues that poor connectivity not only disrupts access to online legal information but also slows down judicial work, causing unnecessary delays in the dispensation of justice . The court deemed the points raised in the petition as substantive and worthy of consideration.

Notices were issued to the Secretary Interior, Chief Commissioner Islamabad, PTA, and all mobile phone companies, directing them to submit their reports and para-wise comments on the matter.