Rule Issued on Formation of Special Security Force for Court Premises

Khabor Wala Desk

Published: 1st July 2025, 3:10 AM

The High Court has issued a rule asking the authorities to explain why a specialised security force named Court Security Force (CSF) should not be established under the judiciary to ensure the safety of all court premises across Bangladesh, including the Supreme Court.

This rule was issued by a division bench comprising Justice Fahmida Kader and Justice Syed Zahid Munir on Monday, 30th June.

Background and Petition

The court’s directive follows a writ petition filed by Arifur Rahman Murad Bhuiyan, a resident of Narsingdi, on 12th February. He represented himself in the hearing, while Deputy Attorney Generals Shafiqul Rahman and Tanim Khan appeared on behalf of the state.

Core Argument of the Writ

The petition highlighted growing concerns over:

Concern	Details
Security Threats	Judges, lawyers, and litigants face increasing threats in court premises.
Disruption of Judicial Proceedings	Frequent incidents have disrupted the judicial process across the country.
Need for Specialised Judicial Security	A security force under direct judicial control is proposed for effectiveness.

The petitioner emphasised that the judicial environment must remain free from fear and interference, and that current general security arrangements have proved inadequate in several instances.

High Court’s Interim Order

The High Court has instructed all relevant authorities to respond within four weeks, explaining:

Why a specialised force under judicial authority should not be formed.
How current security measures address the consistent threats faced by judiciary staff and visitors.

The proposal seeks to centralise and professionalise court security, ensuring consistent standards and judicial autonomy over protective measures.

Implications and Significance

Aspect	Impact
Judicial Independence	Ensures the judiciary is protected without dependency on executive forces.
Public Confidence	Restores faith in the safety and sanctity of courtrooms.
Legal Precedent	Sets a new framework for institutional protection under judicial purview.

This case marks a significant moment in the push for institutional security reform within Bangladesh’s judicial system. The court’s forthcoming decision could pave the way for the first dedicated security force operated by the judiciary—a move likely to strengthen the rule of law and trust in judicial processes.