Home minister Asaduzzaman Khan indicated on Sunday that the case filed against quota protesters could be dismissed if it was without merit.
鈥楢nyone can file a lawsuit if aggrieved. If the investigation reveals that the case is without merit, it can be automatically cancelled, regardless of whether it takes 24 hours or 24 days,鈥� he said.
The home minister made these remarks while addressing reporters at an event at Shilpakala Academy, in response to the 24-hour ultimatum given by students to withdraw the case filed with the Shahbagh police station over allegations of attacking police and vandalising police vehicles during a protest.
The minister noted that there is a pending Supreme Court order regarding the quota system, with a hearing scheduled for August 8.
鈥楾he students were asked to be present during the hearing, but instead, they chose to block roads. The issue is now under judicial review,鈥� he added.
The home minister further mentioned that an investigation would determine who instigated the students and who was responsible for the unrest.
鈥楢 decision regarding this matter will be taken based on the investigation鈥檚 findings,鈥� he said.
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