The High Court has directed the government to provide a detailed account of its actions regarding a petition that seeks a ban on the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).
The court has also cautioned the authorities to ensure that the country's law and order situation does not deteriorate.
On Wednesday (27 November) a High Court bench comprising Justice Farah Mahbub and Justice Debashish Roy Chowdhury issued the directive during a hearing on the petition.
Earlier, Advocate Moniruzzaman had filed a petition in the High Court, seeking both a ban on ISKCON and the imposition of an emergency in Chattogram and Rangpur to prevent any untoward incidents.
Recognising the sensitivity of the matter, the court summoned the attorney general, the state's highest legal officer.
During the proceedings, Attorney General Md Asaduzzaman remarked, "Certain groups are attempting to destabilise the country from various angles. The government is addressing these challenges by fostering national unity. Discussions with political parties have also commenced to tackle the prevailing concerns."
Expressing its apprehensions, the court emphasised the need to maintain peace and prevent any party from compromising the law and order situation.
Subsequently, the High Court ordered the government to submit a report by tomorrow, outlining its actions regarding ISKCON and other related matters.
