Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md. Asaduzzaman spoke at the ministry on his first working day. Photo: PID

DHAKA, Feb 18, 2026 (BSS) - Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister 
Md Asaduzzaman today said that honesty is inseparably linked with the term 
"judge", warning that no one involved in corruption would be spared.

"Judge means honest. The very word carries the quality of integrity," he 
said, adding that anyone found guilty of corruption would face not only 
administrative action but also criminal prosecution.

The minister made the remarks while addressing an introductory meeting with 
officials and employees of both divisions at the Ministry of Law, Justice and 
Parliamentary Affairs on his first working day, following his oath-taking as 
minister. 

Earlier, secretaries and senior officials of the ministry formally welcomed 
him, an official release said.

Referring to widespread claims about corrupt judges and officials, 
Asaduzzaman said there is actually no separate definition of an "honest 
judge".

"A judge is honest by definition. I do not want to see judges through the 
lens of honesty or dishonesty," he said.

The minister further noted that those who feel their government salary is 
insufficient to support their family should reconsider joining the judiciary.

"If anyone thinks they cannot manage with their salary, they don't need to 
take up this job. They may choose legal practice instead, especially since 
judges have the opportunity to practice law after retirement. This is my 
common message," he added.

On corruption, the law minister issued a firm warning: "If anyone thinks they 
can get away with corruption, that will not happen here. Anyone involved will 
face not only administrative measures but also corruption cases. Everyone 
must remember this."