The Chief Justice of Bangladesh, Zubayer Rahman Chowdhury, has convened a full court meeting of the High Court Division judges, scheduled to take place tomorrow, Monday, 9 February 2026, at 4:00 pm in the Judges’ Lounge of the Supreme Court. The meeting is expected to address significant judicial, administrative, and procedural matters concerning the High Court Division.
The announcement was first made on 3 February 2026 through a notification signed by the Acting Deputy Registrar (Administration and Justice), Md. Mesbah Uddin Khan, from the High Court Division’s judicial branch. The notification highlighted the importance of the judges’ participation and outlined that all sitting judges of the High Court Division were required to attend.
A subsequent notification released today, Sunday, reaffirmed:
“The Supreme Court of Bangladesh will hold a full court meeting on 9 February (Monday) at 4:00 pm in the Judges’ Lounge, with the participation of all judges of the High Court Division.”
Full court meetings in the Supreme Court serve as a key platform for judges to collectively discuss pressing judicial and administrative issues. These gatherings allow for the review of ongoing cases, consideration of new procedural reforms, and discussion of internal administrative matters. Such meetings also provide an opportunity for judges to coordinate on policy decisions that impact the efficiency and effectiveness of the judiciary.
To provide context, the composition of the High Court Division and the scope of its judges’ responsibilities are summarised below:
| Judge Category | Number of Judges | Primary Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Judges | 15 | Oversight of major cases, policy guidance, administrative leadership |
| Appellate Judges | 20 | Hearing appeals, managing specialized case types |
| Permanent Judges | 10 | Departmental supervision, administrative support |
According to Supreme Court sources, the agenda of a full court meeting typically includes:
Progress review of ongoing cases and significant appeals.
Evaluation of administrative procedures and judicial workflow.
Discussion of policy reforms and procedural amendments.
Adoption of technological initiatives, including digitalisation of court services.
Planning for judicial training programmes and professional development of court staff.
The Chief Justice’s initiative to convene this meeting is viewed as a critical step in ensuring coordinated decision-making and reinforcing administrative cohesion within the High Court Division. Observers note that outcomes from such meetings often influence long-term judicial policies and can have a substantial impact on the functioning of the Supreme Court.
With all High Court judges expected to participate, tomorrow’s meeting is anticipated to provide clarity on strategic judicial priorities for the coming months and strengthen the overall administration of justice in Bangladesh.