Law: Sindh Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2018

Section: 11,12

Law: Constitution of Pakistan, 1973

Section: 4,9,18,25

Summary: The petitioners, being differently-abled persons, sought enforcement of the 5% quota reserved for persons with disabilities in government and private sector jobs under the Sindh Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2018, and related Supreme Court and High Court directions. Despite repeated applications, the respondents had not accommodated them against vacant posts. The Court held that Sections 11 & 12 of the Act mandate that 5% of posts be reserved for differently-abled persons. The petition was allowed, directing respondents to consider the petitioners for appointment in accordance with law within three months, and to ensure implementation of the quota and related provisions, including employment funds and allowances. Sections / Articles Used: Sections 11 & 12 of the Sindh Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2018 Articles 4, 9, 18, 25 of the Constitution of Pakistan 2 Two-Word Descriptions: PWD Quota Job Reservation ORDER Through instant petition, the petitioners claim following relief(s):- “A. That this Honorable Court may graciously be pleased to issue directions to the Respondents to appoint the petitioners on the basis of their disable quota, already framed by the Government of Sindh, which is fixed at 5% in each and every department of Government of Sindh as per policy framed by the Government, hence the petitioners are liable to be appointed for any post lying vacant as per their qualification   That the Official Respondents may also be directed to Implement the order dated 14.07.2022 passed by Honorable Supreme Court In CPLA No.745-K to 750-K/2022, wherein Chief Secretary has admitted that there are 1572 vacant posts and liable to be filled accordingly as per their qualification as the petitioners have already applied for their appointment in different departments of Government of Sindh and, being disable persons, their families are facing hardships hence, the petitioners lay their hands upon the mercy of this Court.   To Direct the Respondent No. 1 to implement 5% quota in all Government Departments as well Corporate/Private Sectors as per Section 11(12) of Sindh Empowerment of "Persons with…