Saiful Haque, General Secretary of the Revolutionary Workers Party of Bangladesh, stated that the judiciary must remain free from political interference to ensure a genuine democratic transition. Speaking on Friday, May 15, 2026, at a representative meeting of the Democratic Lawyers’ Solidarity in Segunbagicha, Dhaka, he emphasized that the best governments are those that guarantee full judicial independence. He warned that without a balanced relationship among the executive, parliament, and judiciary, a liberal democratic system cannot function effectively.

Haque identified political influence in judicial appointments as a major problem, noting that such practices often create psychological pressure on judges and hinder fair justice. He called for freeing judges from such pressures and ensuring that the judiciary operates independently of political, social, and economic forces. He added that public trust in the judiciary depends on whether marginalized people receive justice. Haque also expressed hope that the newly elected government would soon take steps to reform the judicial system in line with the July Charter and public expectations.

The meeting, chaired by senior lawyer Advocate Mahbubul Karim Tipu, also formed a 21-member convening committee for the Democratic Lawyers’ Solidarity and approved its draft declaration and constitution.