HC dismisses writ seeking probe into interim govt’s activities over 18 months

The High Court dismissed a writ petition seeking an investigation into the 18 months of activities carried out by the interim government led by former chief adviser Muhammad Yunus.

The order was passed by a HC bench comprising Justice Ahmed Sohel and Justice Fatema Anwar today (21 May). 

Petitioner lawyer Mohsin Rashid and his lawyer Advocate MK Rahman appeared for the writ petitioners, while Attorney General Ruhul Quddus Kazal represented the state.

Earlier on Sunday, Advocate MK Rahman said that the writ petition sought a judicial inquiry into what he described as "chaotic conditions" allegedly created across different sectors of the country during the 18-month period.

He claimed that the alleged disorder affected the economy, healthcare, and other sectors, adding that a commission under the Commission of Inquiry Act was necessary.

"The purpose is to ensure that no elected government in the future can be overthrown after assuming office," he said at the time.

Rahman also said the court had heard the matter in the presence of the attorney general and fixed next Thursday (28 May) for passing the order.

Mohsin Rashid said they had sought an investigation into all incidents that had taken place during the period.

"How the investigation would be conducted is for the government to decide," he said.

According to Rashid, the attorney general had informed the court that he would seek instructions from the government before responding further to the matter.