There is no alternative to irrigation to stop fruits from dropping, but water is scarce in the hilly region
The bench of justices Naima Haider and Abu Taher Md Saifur Rahman issued the rule on Tuesday after initial hearing of a petition.
The home secretary, Anti Corruption Commission chief, inspector general of police and others concerned have been told to respond within four weeks.
On Sunday, one Asaduzzaman, a Rajshahi University student, filed the petition attaching several media reports on financial irregularities over procuring land.