Sudden Road Blockade by Dhaka College Students

Students of Dhaka College caused significant traffic congestion on Mirpur Road in front of their campus on Sunday afternoon, staging a protest over delays in the commencement of classes at a newly formed university. The demonstration began shortly after noon and continued until around 2:15 p.m., when the students cleared the road following police intervention.

Ramna Division’s Additional Deputy Commissioner, Jisanul Haque, confirmed that traffic resumed after authorities successfully negotiated with the protesting students. Deputy Commissioner Md Masud Alam also verified the incident, highlighting the temporary disruption in the area due to the road blockade.

According to reports, the protest was triggered by the delayed start of classes at “Dhaka Central University”, an independent university created jointly by seven colleges, including Dhaka College. Students had expected classes to commence on Sunday, but when the schedule was not followed, they staged the protest to demand the immediate initiation of academic sessions.

Eyewitnesses noted that students temporarily blocked the road by sitting and standing across the lanes, halting vehicles and causing backups on adjacent roads. Police quickly arrived on the scene and engaged with the students, urging them to remove the blockade. After approximately two hours, the students complied, and traffic flow was restored.

The incident highlights growing student concern over academic schedules and the importance of clear communication from educational institutions. Authorities have urged students to express their demands peacefully and through official channels to avoid public disruption.