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RUCSU polls face delay as one-year tenure expires without roadmap

Published : Thursday, 12 November, 2026 at 1:28 PM

Observer Online Report

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The one-year tenure of the Rajshahi University Central Students' Union committee has officially expired after being revived last year following a 35-year hiatus, yet the university administration has taken no steps to arrange a fresh vote.

The much-anticipated RUCSU election took place on October 16 last year, and representatives took their oath on October 26. Under the constitution, the committee holds a one-year tenure. Two weeks have passed since the term ended. However, the administration has not announced a schedule or begun preparations.

Last year's vote required about 80 days from schedule announcement to polling. Organising a fresh election this year would have required early preparation. The Islami Chhatra Shibir-backed Sommilito Shikkharthi Jote won 20 of the 23 central posts in the previous election. Their 24-point manifesto promised regular student union polls, but progress remains absent.

University Vice-Chancellor and RUCSU President Professor Faridul Islam said the administration views elections positively. However, he noted that conducting such a large event before upcoming university admission tests is difficult, leaving only two months in the year.

RUCSU Treasurer Professor Setaur Rahman confirmed that no preparations exist. He stated that the treasurer has received no directive from the Vice-Chancellor. The administration also stated that scheduling cannot occur until past financial accounts and annual audits of RUCSU funds are fully reconciled. Regarding a potential term extension, the Vice-Chancellor noted that unlike Dhaka University's DUCSU, the RUCSU constitution lacks a provision for a three-month term extension.

Former RUCSU Vice-President Mostakur Rahman Zahid questioned the sincerity of the current administration. He alleged that the present administration shows less interest in holding elections than its predecessor and appears to wait for external signals. Meanwhile, students remain divided over the future of institutional student leadership.

-EM

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