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On the occasion of Dhaka College’s 184th founding anniversary, students from City College reportedly attacked and vandalized two buses belonging to Dhaka College, leaving 150 students injured. In response, Dhaka College’s teachers and students held a press conference on Wednesday evening, calling for the relocation of City College and issuing a nine-point demand to address the incident.
Nine-Point Demand for Justice and Security
The press conference was held at the Dhaka College auditorium and was attended by Principal AKM Elias, General Secretary of the Teachers' Association AKM Rafiqul Alam, and several faculty members and students. The demands included ensuring medical treatment for the injured students and teachers, relocating City College to prevent future conflicts, and holding those responsible for the attack accountable, including City College students and faculty allegedly involved in instigating the violence.
The demands also called for an on-site investigation by the Home Affairs Advisor, punishment for police officers accused of negligence, and ensuring campus security to restore a peaceful learning environment.
The conflict began earlier in the day when City College students blocked the road and vandalized a Dhaka College bus named Shongkhoneel. The incident escalated as Dhaka College students reacted, leading to a violent clash near the Science Lab area. The confrontation resulted in road closures, significant public disruption, and the deployment of police and military personnel to control the situation.
Dhaka College Principal AKM Elias described the attack as unprecedented, noting that the use of tear gas and sound grenades during the altercation left numerous students injured. He demanded a thorough investigation to identify and punish the perpetrators.
This clash follows a series of protests by City College students, who have been demanding the resignation of their acting principal and vice-principal over allegations of mismanagement. Their protests began on October 28, leading to a 20-day shutdown of the college. Academic activities resumed on November 19, but tensions have persisted, culminating in this violent incident.
The nine-point demand by Dhaka College seeks immediate action to ensure justice, accountability, and safety for their students, emphasizing the need for a swift resolution to avoid further unrest.
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