The constitutional court has declared additional lifetime benefits for retired chief secretaries and their families unlawful, according to Beyond Time News.
Court Decision
In a four-page verdict, Justice Aamer Farooq upheld the earlier ruling and rejected the Balochistan government’s appeal.
The court said all government actions must have legal backing.
Key Finding
The judgment stated there is no legal basis for granting extra lifetime perks beyond approved pension rules.
It added that retirement benefits must strictly follow the law.
Authority Issue
The court noted that only the finance department is authorised to frame rules on salaries and pensions.
It ruled that approval of additional perks by the chief minister was not legally valid.
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Background
The Balochistan government had approved lifetime facilities for retired chief secretaries, which were later struck down by the high court and challenged in the constitutional court.
Conclusion
The ruling reinforces that public benefits must remain within legal limits and cannot be granted through administrative approval, according to Beyond Time News.
