Judges may soon wear masks to try terrorists via video in Pak to ward off reprisals

Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has said that judges can wear masks for holding the trial of terrorists through video links in lieu of the heightening security risks being posed by the terrorists and their backing organizations.

Nawaz stressed the need for speedy justice for terrorists in the country and said that all cases should be decided within 14 days, the Daily Times reports.

Nawaz further said that there must not be any bail for those who were involved in heinous crimes.

The statement came as the prime minister regretted that court cases in the country drag on for decades, denying justice and causing suffering for people.

Nawaz ordered immediate ban on the use of loudspeakers at worship places which were being frequently misused for hate speeches and gave boost to extremism, sectarianism and terrorism, the report added.

He said his party's vision was to build a strong, enlightened, prosperous, and peaceful Pakistan that ensures a sustained improvement in the quality of life of all of its citizens.