Dhaka:The state has initiated measures to accelerate the final resolution of four significant murder cases that have profoundly impacted public conscience. The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court has scheduled hearing dates for appeals in the cases of the Narayanganj seven-murder, Biswajit Das, Abrar Fahad, and Major Sinha murders.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the prosecution, led by Attorney General Barrister Md Ruhul Quddus Kazal, is actively working to expedite the legal proceedings for these cases pending before the Supreme Court. Justice Md Rezaul Haque of the Chamber Court has assigned specific hearing dates for the regular bench of the Appellate Division following applications by the prosecution.
For the Narayanganj seven-murder case, the appeals against the High Court judgment, which confirmed the death sentences for 15 convicts and commuted the death sentences of 11 others to life imprisonment, are scheduled for November 17. The BUET student Abrar Fahad murder case will have its appeals heard on November 24, regarding the High Court's upholding of death and life sentences for the accused. The appeals for the murder case of retired Army Major Sinha Mohammad Rashed Khan are set for December 1, while the Biswajit Das murder case will be heard on December 8.
Attorney General Kazal emphasized the state's commitment to ensuring these cases are concluded swiftly, stating, "We have taken the initiative on behalf of the state to ensure the speedy and final disposal of these cases, which have shaken society and the conscience of the people."
In another development, the High Court has directed a task force to complete the investigation into the murder of journalist couple Sagar Sarowar and Meherun Runi by April 29, 2027. The task force is required to submit a probe report and present all relevant documents to the court. Attorney General Kazal noted the government's dedication to uncovering the truth through a fair investigation, with preliminary findings indicating potential links to former army officer Ziaul Ahsan and media personality Rokeya Prachi. The gathered information will be transferred to the Police Bureau of Investigation for further action.