Teachers of Barishal University continued their complete ‘shutdown’ programme for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, demanding the resignation of the Vice-Chancellor and promotion of teachers.

All classes and examinations at the university remained suspended while administrative activities came to a standstill due to ‘shutdown’.

Students said they are suffering due to the suspension of academic activities and expressed hope for a quick resolution to the crisis.

Teachers alleged that recruitment of teachers and promotions at the university have remained stalled for a long time, disrupting academic activities.

Vice-Chancellor Dr Toufik Alam said there was no scope to promote teachers outside the regulations set by the University Grants Commission.

“However, the teachers are not accepting the existing provisions and are demanding promotions under the previous rules. This is not within my jurisdiction,” he said adding that efforts are underway to bring the situation under control.

Meanwhile, the Eid vacation is schedule to begin from Thursday and the campus is expected to reopen in the first week of next month.

The protesting teachers warned that the shutdown would continue even after the holidays if their demands are not met.