DHAK, Dec 8, 2024 (BSS) - The long pending elections to Dhaka University
Central Students' Union (DUCSU) and its hall unions are expected to take
place by late January or early February next year, after a six-year gap since
the last DUCSU polls in 2019.

"There are a lot of things to do with DUCSU including amending its
constitutions and bringing reforms. However, we want to arrange the elections
to DUCSU by the end of January and the beginning of February," Dhaka
University proctor Saifuddin Ahmed said today while responding to a
journalist's query at a press conference at university proctor office.

Proctor Saifuddin said, "We use to face complexities in getting students'
opinions on different issues and know their problems and thus, conducting
DUCSU polls is very crucial as it will simplify the process of understanding
students' opinions".

He acknowledged several issues including bringing reforms to the DUCSU
constitution as well as its charter as objections raised over the current
structure.

Debate also arose from the students about the vice-chancellor's role whether
the VC should serve as DUCSU's president or not, he said, adding, "Students
also complained over slogans, posters, and other traditional campaign
activities".

In the press conference, Proctor also informed that the Dhaka University
Metro Rail Station will remain closed on December 16, 25, 31, and January 1
to maintain the law and order as a part of strict security arrangement across
the country.

The metro rail authorities are expected to release an official statement soon
outlining the operational changes for the specified dates.

He said the decision was made following a meeting with the home affairs
adviser on the country's law and order situation. "I recommended closing the
Dhaka University metro station on these dates to maintain campus security.
The proposal has been approved, and the metro rail authorities will be
formally notified soon," he added.

University's all six entry points can be secured whenever needed, he said,
adding, "Even if we shut down all entry points, people can still access the
campus through the metro station. To ensure comprehensive security, the
closure of the station was necessary".