The group, also known as the Hamid Khan Group, exists in superior bars across the country. He acknowledged that unlike the three smaller provinces, lawyers in Punjab are divided over the issue of the reference against Justice Isa. Meanwhile, the Independent Lawyers Group, also known as the Asma Jahangir Group, has also thrown its weight behind Justice Isa and also called for the resignation of the law minister and the AGP. Likewise, retired judges have also been active in garnering support for Justice Isa. If Justice Isa is removed, then Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan will become the next CJP and next general elections will be held in his tenure.

Source: The Express Tribune June 10, 2019 18:56 UTC