Dhaka Central University

Dhaka Central University

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Students of proposed Dhaka Central University stage hunger strike demanding start of classes

During the protest, a student reportedly fell ill and was taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital.

Dhaka Central University, the proposed merger of the seven major government colleges, has turned into another source of disagreement and conflict. Photo: Rajib Dhar

7 colleges to Dhaka Central University: What’s the hold up, and why are students, teachers still protesting?

Students from seven government colleges in Dhaka, previously affiliated with Dhaka University, hold a sit-in in front of Shikkha Bhaban on 13 October 2025. Photo: Rajib Dhar/TBS

Students of 7 Dhaka colleges stage sit-in before Shikkha Bhaban demanding Dhaka Central University ordinance

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Students of 7 colleges to hold ‘long march’ to Shikkha Bhaban on Monday, pressing for Dhaka Central University ordinance

Students of seven government colleges in Dhaka speak during a press conference at Dhaka College on 18 September 2025. Photo: TBS

Students of 7 colleges threaten long march towards edu ministry on 25 Sept if Dhaka Central University ordinance delayed

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6 compete for each seat as Dhaka Central University holds first admission test

Logos of seven colleges/Collected

Proposed university for Dhaka’s 7 colleges to offer 40% online, 60% in-person classes

Logos of the seven government colleges. Photo: Collected

'Dhaka Central University' to be formed with seven govt colleges