Pakistan, June 12 -- The Supreme Court of Pakistan has announced that it will lift austerity measures imposed earlier this year due to energy supply disruptions. The decision follows a notification issued with the approval of the Chief Justice of Pakistan. The measures will officially cease to have effect from June 15, 2026. The move marks a return to normal court operations.

The austerity plan was introduced on March 10, 2026, amid disruptions in petroleum supplies linked to global tensions. At that time, the judiciary adopted a four-day work week to conserve resources. Moreover, the monthly fuel allocation for judges and officers was reduced by 50 percent. Therefore, the system was adjusted to reflect the energy crisis.

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