On May 8, 2025, the Government of Bangladesh issued a circular of the Code of Civil Procedure (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, which included significant modifications designed at modernizing the civil justice system, speeding up case resolution, and minimizing procedural delays. These reforms are part of larger attempts to reduce the long-standing backlog of civil cases and improve access to justice.

So in this case we must know the changes. First and foremost, court notices can be sent digitally. If we discuss it more elaborately, In earlier days, when someone was being called to court, they had to receive a written letter, which is known as a summons. This frequently resulted in delays, particularly when the person could not be reached immediately. Appreciating the new correction to the existing law, judges can now deliver these summons digitally by SMS, WhatsApp, email, and even voice calls. This shift will ensure that individuals are alerted more quickly and that proceedings may proceed without waiting for papers to arrive. Furthermore, Previously, executing a civil judgment required a separate execution proceeding. The change permits execution requirements to be included into the original decision, shortening the enforcement procedure and minimizing procedural difficulties. The court’s final judgment will now contain guidance for immediate implementation.

They have also improved that Courts will now limit the number of times a party can request to postpone a hearing. This implies that cases should go more quickly, and individuals will not have to wait years for judgment. People can now provide written declarations (known as affidavits) instead of lengthy verbal testimonies in court. This will save time and cut court proceedings short. Cross-questioning will continue to happen in person. Order VII, Rule 1 has been changed to require both sides to give complete contact information, including phone numbers, National Identification Numbers (NIDs), and email addresses if available. The data collected aims to improve communication and managing cases. Lastly, To discourage people from submitting fake or dishonest complaints, the penalties for doing so have been raised from Tk 20,000 to Tk 50,000. This will assist in decreasing unnecessary cases and freeing up court time for more serious matters.