NCP leader Samantha Sharmin has alleged that Bangladesh’s courts are routinely used in political conspiracies, undermining their independence.

Speaking at a political discussion, she claimed that successive chief justices have operated under external influence. Referring to lawyer Jyotirmoy Barua’s role, she drew connections between past political movements and student politics, especially DUCSU elections.

“DUCSU is the cradle of leadership in Bangladesh. Its elections shape national politics,” she said, stressing that no ruling party panel has ever secured victory in DUCSU. She urged all parties to ensure DUCSU elections are held fairly, warning that boycotting or undermining them could endanger political futures.

She further alleged that attempts to block DUCSU polls mirror past conspiracies against the Awami League, often involving those claiming to be “progressives.”