Law Minister Md. Asaduzzaman has said he wants to turn sub-registry offices under the Directorate of Registration into some of the country’s most trusted public institutions.
He urged officials and employees of the Directorate to perform their duties with honesty, integrity and a strong sense of responsibility towards the public.
The Minister also announced a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and harassment of service seekers.
He made the remarks while addressing the Annual General Meeting 2026 of the Bangladesh Registration Service Association at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre in the capital.
The Minister said the Directorate of Registration makes a significant contribution to the national budget and is the country’s second-largest single source of revenue. Despite its contribution, the Directorate remains neglected, a situation that needs to change.
He assured officials that he would take all necessary steps to ensure the development of the Directorate.
Highlighting the need to improve public perceptions, Asaduzzaman said people face harassment at some sub-registry offices, damaging the reputation of the entire department.
He said providing services without harassment was the responsibility of every official. Any official who fails to perform their duties or causes public suffering through incompetence or corruption will be held accountable.
Reiterating his firm stance against corruption and harassment, the Minister said sub-registry offices must become citizen-friendly institutions where people can receive services without harassment.
He said officials who perform well would be recognised and rewarded, but no leniency would be shown towards anyone against whom allegations or evidence of public harassment were found.
The Minister also announced plans to expand the transfer system through a lottery in phases, expressing hope that the initiative would help restore public trust in the department.
Urging government officials to rise above political affiliations, he said they must serve the Republic with honesty and remain committed to the rule of law, regardless of their personal political beliefs.
He said the government would not tolerate any official using their position to support the activities of a political party in their area or engaging in extortion.
The Minister further said officials could propose amendments to any laws or regulations governing the Directorate of Registration through the Inspector General of Registration.
He said the proposals would be reviewed carefully and necessary steps taken if they were found to be in the public interest.
He also expressed his commitment to ensuring close cooperation between the Ministry and the relevant officials for the overall development of the Directorate.