The Supreme Court of Pakistan has withdrawn its notification introducing a four-day working schedule in courts across the country, reversing an energy-saving measure that had been in place since March this year.
According to an official statement issued by the Supreme Court, Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi has directed the withdrawal of the notification dated March 10, 2026, which had introduced austerity and energy conservation measures in the judicial system.
The court said the notification, approved by the Chief Justice, will cease to be effective from June 15, 2026. Administrative arrangements made under the earlier directive have also been withdrawn.
Under the March 10 notification, courts nationwide adopted revised working hours and schedules aimed at reducing electricity consumption and conserving resources. As part of these measures, the Islamabad High Court and district judiciary had shifted to a four-day working week from Monday to Thursday.
The Supreme Court stated that the administrative measures introduced under the energy-saving plan have now been discontinued.
Any future decisions regarding court operations and working schedules will be determined in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations.
