Sabahat Rizvi, a lawyer from Pakistan, has made history by becoming the first woman to be elected as the secretary of the Lahore High Court Bar Association in 150 years. Her election is a significant milestone for women in Pakistan, where they have long been underrepresented in the legal profession.
Sabahat Rizvi: The woman of the hour
Rizvi, who is a graduate of the Lahore Law College, has been practicing law for over a decade. She has also served as the vice-chairperson of the Punjab Bar Council’s executive committee and as a member of the Pakistan Bar Council.
Check out the exciting scenes after Sabahat Rizvi won the election
According to the details, Sabahat Rizvi defeated two rival candidates – Mian Irfan and Qadir Baksh Chahal by bagging 4,310 votes in the LHCBA annual election.
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Sabahat Rizvi’s election as secretary of the Lahore High Court Bar Association is a testament to her hard work and dedication to the legal profession. It also highlights the progress that has been made in promoting gender equality in Pakistan.
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