Ahead of the much-anticipated Jahangirnagar University Central Students' Union (JUCSU) elections, the university administration has directed all non-students to vacate residential halls by August 16, prioritising overall campus security.
The directive was announced on Sunday following the formal declaration of the JUCSU election schedule, which sets September 11 as the polling date.
The announcement was made at the university’s Senate building by Professor Dr. AKM Rashidul Alam, Proctor of Jahangirnagar University and Member Secretary of the JUCSU Election Commission.
"To ensure a secure environment for the upcoming JUCSU elections, we are asking former students—particularly those who have completed their master’s degrees—to vacate the halls by August 16," said Professor Rashidul Alam. "We are also requesting hall provosts to confirm compliance and take necessary steps. If required, we will take effective action."
The JUCSU elections are being held for the first time in 33 years, marking a significant development in campus politics and student representation at Jahangirnagar University.
Chief Election Commissioner Prof. Moniruzzaman expressed hope for a smooth electoral process.
"We are organising JUCSU elections after more than three decades. Our goal is to ensure the elections are free, fair, and acceptable. We seek everyone’s cooperation in achieving that," he said.