The Attorney General, Ruhul Quddus Kazal, has stated that the operation of courts through virtual platforms will not create any disruption in judicial proceedings. He described the initiative as a positive decision taken by the Chief Justice.
He made these remarks on Wednesday afternoon while speaking to journalists at his office.
According to him, the ongoing initiative to conduct court proceedings virtually is expected to have a beneficial impact in addressing the current energy crisis. He added that hearings conducted through virtual arrangements would contribute to the quicker disposal of cases and enhance the overall pace of the justice delivery system.
Earlier, a notification issued on 19 April confirmed that judicial proceedings in the High Court Division would be conducted virtually two days a week, specifically on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
The notification stated that, taking into account the global economic situation and with the aim of ensuring savings in fuel and electricity, arrangements had been made to conduct virtual courts twice weekly in both divisions through the use of information technology. This is in accordance with the “Court Use of Information Technology Act, 2020” and the practice directions issued by the High Court Division.
The decision reflects an institutional move towards the wider use of digital systems in judicial administration, with the stated objectives of improving efficiency while simultaneously reducing operational costs linked to energy consumption.
Summary of the arrangement
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Statement by | Attorney General Ruhul Quddus Kazal |
| Occasion | Remarks to journalists |
| Location | Attorney General’s office |
| Day of statement | Wednesday (afternoon) |
| Prior notification date | 19 April |
| Court division affected | High Court Division |
| Virtual court days | Wednesday and Thursday each week |
| Legal framework | Court Use of Information Technology Act, 2020 |
| Operational guideline | High Court Division practice directions |
| Stated objectives | Energy savings, efficiency, faster case disposal |
The notification further explained that the decision was taken in the context of global economic conditions and the need to ensure efficient use of electricity and fuel resources. It also confirmed that the use of information technology would be applied in accordance with existing legal and procedural frameworks governing court operations.
The Attorney General emphasised that the transition to virtual hearings is not expected to hinder judicial work. Instead, he noted that it would support continued case management without interruption, particularly under current resource constraints.