ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday extended the stay order to stop the construction of the Bhara Kahu bypass at Quaid-e-Azam University’s land and ordered the concerned parties to conclude their arguments.
Justice Mian Gul Hasan Aurangzeb of Islamabad High Court heard the case.
During the hearing, advocate Kashif Malik appeared on the petition of the university professors.
Environmental Protection Agency had Approved Bhara Kahu Bypass: Court Told
The court was informed that the Environmental Protection Agency had approved the Bhara Kahu project, and the CDA has deposited the fine of Rs one million imposed by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Additional Attorney General Munawar Iqbal Dougal said that the petitioners’ concerns had been sent to the cabinet. Still, the report had yet to be received from the cabinet, and it was expected to receive by next week.
Additional Attorney General Pleaded with the Court to Grant One Week
The court told the petitioner’s lawyer that the bench had heard concerns and would look into them.
Additional Attorney General Munawar Iqbal Dougal pleaded with the court to grant one week. This was accepted by the court, and adjourned the hearing of the case till December 2.
