Judiciary
Faridpur

Establishment of Faridpur District :

According to Banglapedia, Faridpur district was established in 1815. The Faridpur Municipality, under the Dhaka Division, was founded in 1869. As per the gazette notification dated July 19, 1875, the Faridpur District Judiciary was granted a separate administrative existence for convenience.

Under British architectural supervision, the Faridpur Judge Court Building was constructed between 1885-86, and the Faridpur District Judge Court was formally established in 1889. Abul Fayez Mujibur Rahman (A.F. Mujibur Rahman) was the first Muslim jurist from the Indian Civil Service in Faridpur district. Available records indicate that in 1884, Sri B.C. Mitra Square joined as the first District Judge of Faridpur. Later, several British judges, including C.M. Mithar, J.F. Graham, G.B. Misford, and D.E. Leonard, served as District Judges in Faridpur.

Heritage of Faridpur Court Building:

The two-story main building of the Faridpur District Judge Court is a remarkable British-era architectural structure made of red bricks. The pillars on the roof feature exquisite sculptural designs. The second-floor balcony is enclosed by ornamental iron railings, reflecting the architectural style of that period.

The building has three iron staircases—one on the east, one on the west, and one in the middle—all adorned with decorative iron railings. One of the unique features of this building is that it has no windows. The courtrooms on the second floor have glass-walled chambers above them, allowing ample natural light and keeping the rooms relatively cool. The doors of the building are 9 feet high, with iron latches attached.

The record room of the Faridpur District Judge Court contains historical documents written in Persian, including court orders and case records. These documents undoubtedly reflect the heritage of the Faridpur District Judge Court. Additionally, the record room preserves British-era seals from 1863, along with sealed documents and official orders.

The unique design and architectural style of the Faridpur District Judge Court Building, which has stood for nearly 150 years, continue to uphold its historical and cultural significance.

History of Bhanga Subordinate Court :

The Bhanga Subordinate Court, established on 4.19 acres of land, began its operations in 1850, and its court building was constructed in 1889. This court features a single-story old bungalow, which serves as the residence of the Senior Assistant Judge. The court premises, including its garden and pond, continue to preserve the long-standing history and heritage of the region.

Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Faridpur:

Following the separation of the judiciary on November 1, 2007, the Chief Judicial Magistrate Court began its operations in Faridpur. Initially, the court functioned in several rooms within the District Judge Court and the District Commissioner’s Office.

Later, an eight-story Chief Judicial Magistrate Court Building was constructed, and upon completion, it was inaugurated on September 13, 2020. Among all government office buildings in Faridpur, this is the tallest office building in the district.

Innovative Initiatives:

Several innovative initiatives have been undertaken at the Faridpur District Judge Court:

• A Mother and Child Corner (Breastfeeding Center) has been established on the ground floor.
• Renovation work has been completed in conference rooms, staircases, and damaged areas of the court building.
• A waiting area for litigants, named "Nyayakunja" (Justice Garden), has been completed and is now open to the public.

These initiatives aim to enhance accessibility and convenience for litigants and visitors at the Faridpur District Judge Court.