DU administration assures Chhatra Dal of supporting for clean, green campus drive

The Dhaka University administration has assured full support for several environmental initiatives proposed by the university branch of Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal to build a clean, green and eco-friendly campus.

The administration announced its backing following Chhatra Dal’s proposals on waste management, mosquito eradication, greening, dengue awareness and the removal of unauthorized structures during a view-sharing meeting at the Prof Abdul Matin Virtual Classroom on Thursday.

Speaking at the meeting, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education) Prof Abdus Salam, who is currently discharging the routine duties of the Vice Chancellor, welcomed the student organization's initiative.

"The administration will provide necessary support to make Dhaka University a 'Clean and Green Campus'," Prof Salam said, adding that university authorities will also join a day-long cleanliness drive organized by Chhatra Dal on 3 October.

During the meeting, Chhatra Dal leaders proposed closer coordination with the Dhaka South City Corporation to streamline waste management. They informed administrators that the city corporation has agreed to supply 200 dustbins for the campus, which Chhatra Dal plans to install subject to official approval.

Addressing the installation of dustbins, Prof Salam noted that relevant departments will select suitable locations and manage upkeep following existing university regulations. He stressed the importance of sustainable waste management in partnership with the local city corporation.

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"Although the environmental and greening condition of Dhaka University is relatively good, there is scope to improve solid waste management," Prof Salam said, emphasizing that students must also play a responsible role alongside the administration.

Regarding Chhatra Dal's proposals on mosquito control and dengue prevention, Prof Salam confirmed that he has already instructed concerned departments to take immediate action, including vector control measures in residential areas. He also assured that administration will take action to manage campus traffic congestion and clear unauthorized roadside shops.

Chhatra Dal leaders expressed their willingness to make campus cleanliness a year-round, sustainable programme rather than a one-off event, offering student volunteers to assist the university administration.

Pro-Vice Chancellor (Administration) Prof Mohammad Almojaddade Alfasane emphasized the necessity of following official guidelines regarding any new construction or monuments on campus.

"The university's existing policies and prescribed procedures must be followed in the construction of any facility or installation of monuments at Dhaka University," Prof Alfasane said, noting that unapproved structures will undergo review according to regulations.

Treasurer Prof M Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, Acting Registrar Munshi Shams Uddin Ahmed Liton, and Chhatra Dal DU branch leaders including President Ganesh Chandra Roy Sahas and General Secretary Nahiduzzaman Shipon attended the meeting.