The Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday appointed Waseem Ur Rehman Khan Khakwani, a judicial officer from the Punjab judiciary, as Additional Registrar (Judicial) on a deputation basis for a period of one year.

With over 16 years of service, Khakwani brings extensive expertise in adjudicating criminal, civil, and family cases, having served as District and Sessions Judge and Additional District and Sessions Judge across multiple jurisdictions, according to a statement issued by the Supreme Court.

His tenure includes presiding over trials, appellate proceedings, and supervising subordinate courts, alongside driving judicial reforms and upholding standards of fairness and operational efficiency.

Most recently, he served as Senior Additional Registrar at the Lahore High Court, Bahawalpur Bench, where he further honed his administrative and leadership capabilities.

In his new role at the Supreme Court, Khakwani will lead judicial operations, streamline case management processes, and support initiatives to enhance the efficiency and transparency of justice delivery.

His deep understanding of both trial and appellate court systems, coupled with his ability to navigate complex legal challenges, positions him to contribute meaningfully to policy development and the optimization of judicial services for litigants and the public.