The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved the establishment of special courts for Overseas Pakistanis under the Establishment of Special Court (Overseas Pakistanis Property) Act, 2024. The initiative aims to ensure expedited resolution of property-related disputes involving overseas Pakistanis.
Under the approved framework, the Special Courts for Overseas Pakistanis’ Property will be mandated to dispose of cases within 90 days. The move is intended to address long-standing legal delays and provide effective judicial relief to Pakistanis living abroad who face property disputes in the province.
Chairman Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF), Syed Qamar Raza, said the approval reflects sustained institutional efforts to provide priority facilitation to overseas Pakistanis. He stated that the establishment of special courts marks a significant step in strengthening legal protection for the overseas community’s assets in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
According to OPF, the initiative is part of broader measures being implemented to safeguard the rights and interests of overseas Pakistanis, particularly in matters related to property ownership, inheritance, and illegal occupation. The special courts are expected to reduce litigation burdens and improve confidence in the legal system.
Overseas Pakistanis have welcomed the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government’s decision and acknowledged the role of OPF in pursuing the initiative. The development is being viewed as a practical step toward resolving a major concern frequently raised by the Pakistani diaspora regarding property disputes and delayed justice.
