The newly elected representatives of Jahangirnagar University Central Students' Union (JUCSU) were sworn in today, vowing to safeguard students’ rights, promote democracy on campus, and contribute to the university’s overall progress.
Vice-Chancellor and JUCSU President Prof Dr Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan administered the oath at 4:30 pm in the university’s Senate Hall, in the presence of deans, teachers, officials, students, and family members of the martyrs of the July Uprising.
JUCSU General Secretary Mazharul Islam said the ceremony marked the beginning of their responsibility. “We are committed to fighting for students’ rights. With the support of our fellow students, we will dedicate ourselves over the next year to achieving their rightful demands,” he said.
Vice-President Abdur Rashid Zitu described the election as historic, noting that JU students had been denied representation for more than three decades. “For 33 years, students lacked a platform to voice their concerns. From now on, we will work collectively for the university’s development,” he added.
Prof Dr A K M Rashidul Alam, Proctor and Member Secretary of the JUCSU Election Commission, termed the polls the most credible in the university’s history. He stressed that no irregularities had been found and that all video footage was preserved. “If anyone questions the election, it is out of personal interest. The institution stands above individuals,” he said, crediting the smooth cooperation of the administration, candidates, students, police, BGB, and Ansar for the fair conduct of the polls.
Chief Election Commissioner Prof Md Maniruzzaman reiterated that JUCSU is the legitimate platform for students’ rights. “Students are at the center, we are merely facilitators,” he said.
JU Pro-VC (Administration) Prof Sohel Ahmed called the election a milestone, while Pro-VC (Academic) Prof Mahfuzur Rahman urged the newly elected leaders to resolve problems in an orderly manner and bring positive change.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Ahsan linked the election to the broader democratic struggle in the country, recalling the July 2024 Uprising. “Democracy had been lost in Bangladesh, but through student union elections, the process of restoring it has begun. We believe that holding DUCSU and JUCSU polls can pave the way for national elections. Jahangirnagar University has made its best efforts, even within limitations, to contribute to the nation’s democratic revival,” he said.
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