DU not to allow ‘outsiders’ on campus


FE Team | Published: July 09, 2018 17:01:25 | Updated: July 10, 2018 09:48:11


DU not to allow ‘outsiders’ on campus

The Dhaka University authorities have issued an order prohibiting the movement of outsiders on the campus without permission.

The provost committee of the university took the decision on July 5 "in the light of recent situation on the campus and residential halls and unexpected incidents during the quota reform protests."

According to a statement, the authorities forbidden ‘outsiders’ from entering, wandering or engaging in any activity on the university campus without the permission of the administration or the proctor.

"The university is only open to its students," said the statement on Monday, reports UNB.

The provost committee decided to send notice to those who have been overstaying in the dormitories asking them leave the halls.

If they don't comply with the notice the authority will take steps against them, said the release.

The provost committee also decided to take assistance from the law enforces to prevent staying of outsiders at halls or campus.

The committee meeting also expressed their concern about the activities at some female halls and urged all to remain alert about the presence of extremists or militant groups at university dormitories.

According to UNB, DU proctor Prof Golam Rabbani said," We took the decision to ensure students' safety."

"Some people are trying to destabilise the university's academic atmosphere. We will do everything for ensuring students' security and protecting peaceful environment on campus," he said.

In April, students of public and private universities across the country waged a strong movement demanding reforms in the quota system in recruitments to public services.

In the face of the movement, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina announced in parliament on April 11 the abolition of all types of quotas in public jobs.

As no gazette notification has so far been issued regarding the abolishment of the quota system as per the PM's declaration, the quota reformists attempted to stage demonstrations at university campuses across the country, including Dhaka Univeristy, in the last few days which were foiled in attack allegedly by BCL activists.

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