The Jahangirnagar University (JU) authorities have imposed a ban on the entry of outsiders into the campus starting Saturday (May 3) until further notice, ahead of the upcoming Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (Jacsu) and residential hall union elections.
The decision was announced in a press release issued by the university’s Public Relations Office on Friday night, UNB reports.
According to the statement, the election schedule and date for both the central students' union and hall unions have already been announced.
In light of this, ensuring security across the campus has become a top priority for the university administration.
To this end, the university has barred the entry of non-members onto the campus from May 3 onwards.
The authorities also urged all stakeholders, including students, teachers and staff, to carry their identity cards at all times to help identify outsiders and maintain order.
University officials said the Jacsu elections are set to be held on July 31, but there are concerns that certain groups may attempt to disrupt the election process.
In response, security measures have been reinforced. University security personnel have been placed on high alert and are prepared to handle any situation to ensure a peaceful electoral environment.
Students have welcomed the announcement of the overdue Jacsu polls, voicing excitement as the elections are being held after 32 years.
They expressed the hope that the authorities will ensure a free, fair and inclusive election, with the active participation of all student organisations.
