Bangladesh authorities completed drafting the 2025 Police Commission Ordinance this week, with plans to submit it to the Advisory Council shortly for approval. The measure, developed by a panel under Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs adviser Asif Nazrul, aims to enhance police transparency, professionalism and public confidence. This effort fulfills a pledge from the July National Charter endorsed by political groups nationwide.
The proposed commission would be chaired by a retired Supreme Court justice holding a rank equal to an Appellate Division judge. Six additional members would be a retired district judge, a senior government official, a former high-ranking police officer, a past Police Academy head, an academic specializing in law or criminology, and a human rights advocate with 15 years of experience. All appointments carry four-year terms without renewal. Government agencies must execute commission directives within three months or explain delays immediately. A seven-member selection panel, including judicial and political representatives, will propose candidates within 30 days. The ordinance also defines commission operations, accountability protocols and police leadership selection rules.
The proposed commission would be chaired by a retired Supreme Court justice holding a rank equal to an Appellate Division judge. Six additional members would be a retired district judge, a senior government official, a former high-ranking police officer, a past Police Academy head, an academic specializing in law or criminology, and a human rights advocate with 15 years of experience. All appointments carry four-year terms without renewal. Government agencies must execute commission directives within three months or explain delays immediately. A seven-member selection panel, including judicial and political representatives, will propose candidates within 30 days. The ordinance also defines commission operations, accountability protocols and police leadership selection rules.
