Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL)
Ramendu Majumdar and Mamunur Rashid back quota reform
Renowned cultural figure Ramendu Majumdar and noted thespian and playwright Mamunur Rashid have commented on the ongoing quota reform movement, which has led to the ongoing violent clashes between student protesters and Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) activists nationwide. Both personalities emphasised the importance of mutual communication between the government and protestors to restore peace in the country.
Stop this violence before more lives are lost
We protest mindless attacks on students
Celebrities rally behind quota reform amid violent clashes
In the wake of recent violent clashes between student protesters and Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) activists at Dhaka University, a wave of support from celebrities has emerged for the quota reform movement. The incident, which occurred on July 15, resulted in approximately 300 injuries, including female students and BCL members. As of July 16 (7:30pm), six students have been reported to be killed nationwide due to the ongoing clashes.
Why is the CU so loath to punish errant BCL cadres?
Recent rounds of violence demand stern response
Who are these 'mystery men' extorting traders?
Criminals claiming to be Sylhet BCL members must be apprehended
How BCL became an untouchable entity at JU
It's truly a mutually beneficial relationship, with BCL protecting the JU administration as and when needed.
JU has its job cut out for it: remove illegals
Why are so many non-students occupying its halls?
Can JU avoid responsibility for rape on the campus?
Accused BCL activists must be brought to justice
Make room for freshers in JU halls
Why are non-student cadres of BCL still occupying hall seats?
How long will BCL be above the law?
Comilla University incident shows how unruly it has become
President’s criticism of VCs is well-deserved
Corruption in public universities of Bangladesh must be addressed
Is Chhatra League untouchable?
Its attack on Abrar memorial event shows nothing has changed since the murder
BCL run at the whim of Joy, Lekhak
Bangladesh Chhatra League has been running its organisational activities in an “undemocratic” manner for the most part of the last four years, much to the dismay of its leaders and activists.
We cannot condone party-based politics at private universities
Can the practice of party-based politics benefit students in any meaningful way?
Leave private universities out of BCL politics
The private universities are doing just fine without the presence of partisan politics.
Should student politics extend into private universities?
Yes, but not through Chhatra League
BCL in private universities is a dreadful prospect
Educational institutions must have the freedom to decide on student politics
BCL forms committees at pvt universities including NSU, BracU, IUB, faces backlash
Bangladesh Chhatra League has reportedly formed committees at country’s private universities including North South University, Independent University Bangladesh (IUB), Brac University, American International University - Bangladesh (AIUB), Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST), East West University, and many others.
BCL must answer for forced CU closure
No one has the right to hold students hostage for their own agenda