Dhaka, June 7, 2018 (BSS) – Finance Minister Abul Maal Abdul Muhith today
proposed Taka 1,521 crore for Law and Justice Division, of which Taka 1,040
crore was proposed for operating expenditure and Taka 481 crore for
development expenditure.
“Efforts are under way to reduce the sufferings of justice-seekers by
introducing ICT in handling judicial proceedings and case management by the
Hon’ble Supreme Court and lower judiciary of the country. Now the summary of
the pending cases, cause list and summary results are uploaded instantly on
Supreme Court website,” Muhith said in his budget speech.
“Besides, the process for constitution of seven cyber tribunals is going
on in 7 divisional cities to ensure speedy and effective trial of cyber-
crimes committed under Information and Communication Technology Act,” he
added.
The finance minister today also proposed Taka 35 crore for Legislative and
Parliamentary Affairs Division for the fiscal 2018-19.
Meanwhile, Taka 180 crore was proposed for Supreme Court in the budget
today.