Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md. Anisul Huq stated that the government will seek the highest punishment in the Ramisa murder and rape case. He made the remark on Sunday afternoon, emphasizing the government’s commitment to ensuring justice in the case.

The minister also highlighted the independence of Bangladesh’s judiciary, noting that the government has no control over the posting or disciplinary matters of Supreme Court judges. He acknowledged that political influence had been alleged in the past but maintained that the judiciary remains largely independent. Addressing the issue of case backlogs, he mentioned that around 4.5 million cases are currently pending due to a shortage of judges and lawyers.

The report further notes that the state has appointed a lawyer at its expense for the Ramisa case, and charges have been framed against Sohel and his wife, with proceedings scheduled to begin on June 1.