Chief justice Syed Refaat Ahmed on Saturday said that works were underway to make justice more accessible through maximum use of technology, procedural reforms and legal aid.
鈥楢s part of my steadfast commitment to institutional reform and strengthening the independence of the judiciary, I have taken decisive steps to establish the foundations for true separation of powers,鈥� he said while addressing as chief guest at a conference titled at a Dhaka hotel.
鈥業 have declared and initiated the process of creating a separate secretariat for the judiciary, a pivotal measure to ensure the judiciary鈥檚 administrative autonomy.鈥�
Justice Md Ashfaqul Islam presided over the conference while resident representative of UNDP Bangladesh Stefan Liller, judges of the Supreme Court, members of district judiciary and media, were present.
鈥楿pon my assuming office, I forthwith instructed my registry to diligently adhere to 12-point directives, which, though not exhaustive, encompasses paramount priorities 鈥� the maintenance of an unblemished code of conduct, the eradication of monetary corruption, the provision of swift and seamless services to seekers, and the assurance of a hassle-free experience for all,鈥� Refaat Ahmed said.
The chief justice said that he directed the establishment of a helpline to facilitate citizens鈥� unimpeded access to the system, thereby ensuring transparency and efficiency.