Minister alleges “deception”in parts of July Charter

Law Minister Md. Asaduzzaman has said that there are questions about the Human Rights Commission and the Enforced Disappearance Commission, and alleged that parts of the “July Charter” involve deception. He added that the BNP, as per its commitment, will amend and implement it properly.

He made the remarks on Friday while speaking at a discussion meeting with members of the Jashore District Bar Association on the occasion of the inauguration of its new building.

The minister said that although the country has an independent judiciary, the Supreme Court has failed to maintain its autonomy. He alleged that during the previous government, the judiciary could not remain free from political influence and in many cases acted like political workers.

He also said that laws related to a separate judicial secretariat, the Human Rights Commission, the Enforced Disappearance Commission, and the “July Charter” will be reviewed carefully before being placed in parliament, to ensure transparency and prevent future irregularities.

“We want to stop intellectual corruption,” he added.

The law minister further said that efforts are being made to end divisive politics in the country, stressing that there should be no division over 1971 and 2024, and that all must believe in a unified Bangladeshi identity.

He also claimed that incidents of crossfire, enforced disappearance, and false cases have now come down to nearly zero, and that the government is working for public welfare.

He promised to restore the tradition of the Jashore court, increase allocations for the judiciary, and take steps to enhance financial support for lawyers through the Bar Council after death.

The event was attended by leaders of the Jashore District Bar Association, senior political figures, MPs, and judicial officials.