Secret Trials Threaten Fair Justice | Pakistan News

Pakistan News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 30, 2026 · 1m

A controversial new bill in the Punjab Assembly could revolutionize terrorism trials by allowing secret identities for judges, prosecutors, lawyers, and witnesses — sparking outrage over due process. While the government claims it’s for “extraordinary protection,” critics warn it undermines constitutional rights, centralizing control to a single, unnamed officer with no public accountability. With strong opposition and constitutional doubts, the bill still faces an uphill battle — but with a government majority, passage seems likely, raising alarms about eroding public trust in justice…