The government has constituted a five-member search committee to facilitate the appointment of the Chairman and Commissioners of the Anti-Corruption Commission, aiming to ensure a transparent, impartial and widely acceptable selection process for the country’s key anti-corruption body.
The formation of the committee was formally announced on Monday (22 June) through a notification issued by the Cabinet Division. The order, issued under the authority of the President, was signed by Deputy Secretary Tanvir Ahmed. According to the government, the committee will operate strictly within the framework of existing laws and regulations governing high-level public appointments.
The newly formed panel will be headed by Justice Md Rezaul Haque of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. Under his leadership, the committee will scrutinise potential candidates, evaluate their qualifications, and recommend suitable names for appointment to the top positions of the commission.
Other members of the committee include Justice Razik-Al Jalil of the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. Ex-officio members comprise the Comptroller and Auditor General of Bangladesh, S M Rezvi; the Chairman of the Bangladesh Public Service Commission, Dr Mobasser Monem; and the Cabinet Secretary, Dr Nasimul Ghani.
Officials stated that the committee will assess candidates based on merit, integrity, professional experience, and overall reputation. After completing its review, the panel will submit a shortlist of recommended individuals to the President, who will make the final appointments to the Commission.
The Anti-Corruption Commission is a constitutionally established body responsible for investigating, preventing, and addressing corruption across public and private sectors. Given its pivotal role in safeguarding institutional integrity and promoting accountability, the selection of its leadership is considered highly sensitive and of national importance.
The establishment of such a search committee is widely viewed as a structured attempt to reinforce transparency and credibility in the appointment process. By involving senior বিচারপতিদের (judges) and top-level administrative officials, the government seeks to minimise bias and enhance public confidence in the integrity of the Commission’s leadership selection.
Composition of the Search Committee
| Position | Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson | Md Rezaul Haque | Justice, Appellate Division |
| Member | Razik-Al Jalil | Justice, High Court Division |
| Member (ex-officio) | S M Rezvi | Comptroller and Auditor General of Bangladesh |
| Member (ex-officio) | Dr Mobasser Monem | Chairman, Public Service Commission |
| Member (ex-officio) | Dr Nasimul Ghani | Cabinet Secretary |
Policy analysts note that this initiative reflects an institutional effort to strengthen governance frameworks and ensure merit-based appointments in critical constitutional bodies. It is also expected to enhance public trust in the Anti-Corruption Commission by promoting greater accountability at the leadership level.
Overall, the newly formed search committee is expected to play a decisive role in shaping the future leadership of the Commission, with implications for the country’s broader anti-corruption agenda and governance standards.
