JU restricts vehicle movement on campus, bars outsiders at night

Jahangirnagar University (JU) has imposed restrictions on vehicle movement and barred outsiders and their vehicles from entering the campus at night as part of efforts to strengthen security amid recent concerns over criminal activities.

Until further notice, only vehicles displaying university-issued stickers or otherwise authorised by the administration will be allowed to enter and move around the campus, according to an emergency notice issued today (15 November).

The notice, signed by Acting Registrar Dr ABM Azizur Rahman, also authorises the university authorities to search any person or vehicle at any time in the interest of campus security.

Students, teachers, officers and employees have been asked to carry their university-issued identity cards at all times.

The administration has also discouraged visitors from entering the campus, while the entry of all outsiders and their vehicles will be completely prohibited at night.

JU Proctor Dr Abdul Halim said the notice was issued following discussions on ensuring the safety of all members of the university community, including students, teachers, officers, employees and workers.

“Various forms of criminal activities have taken place recently. Considering the safety of the university community, the administration discussed the matter and issued the notice today,” he said.

He said restrictions had been imposed on vehicles from outside the university, particularly to prevent outsiders from entering the campus at night. Visitors have also been discouraged from coming to the campus during this period.

The proctor said Dhaka University had issued a similar notice, adding that the measures were aimed at preventing untoward incidents involving outsiders on university campuses.

He urged students to remain vigilant, carry their identity cards and inform the authorities if they noticed unfamiliar people or vehicles on campus.