Dhaka, Nov. 5 -- High Court Justice Muhammad Khurshid Alam Sarkar has been removed from his position for "failing to properly discharge his duties", according to an official gazette issued by the law ministry.

On Wednesday, the ministry said President Md Shahabuddin ordered his removal in line with Article 96(6) of the reinstated Constitution, following an investigation by the Supreme Judicial Council.

The Judicial Council's findings concluded that Justice Khurshid was unable to carry out his judicial responsibilities "in an appropriate manner".

Following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina through the July Uprising, several judges appointed during her tenure faced demands for removal.

On Oct 16, 2024, Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed sent 12 ...