Corrupt VCs should be punished: DU VC

Vice-chancellors of public university should not be involved in irregularities and corruption and those involved in corruption should be brought under the law, said Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof Md Akhtaruzzaman today.

He made these remarks in a shadow parliament at FDC organised by 'Debate for Democracy' on 'the role of teachers and students in preventing instability in the campus', said a media statement.

In order to maintain an amicable atmosphere on campus, both students and teachers need to be responsible in choosing words and criticising opponents, he added.

Talking about the current situation of Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, the DU VC said concerned authorities of the government are working to resolve the ongoing crisis.

Education curriculum is being restructured in line with the Sustainable Development Goals by publishing international standard journals, increasing research collaboration, expanding partnerships with world renowned universities and raising the position of Dhaka University in the international index.

In addition, other programmes are being taken in the light of the parameters on which international indicators are made, he added.

Hasan Ahmed Chowdhury Kiran, Chairman of Debate for Democracy, presided over the function.

He made a six-point recommendation to enhance the quality of education by maintaining a respectful teacher-student relationship on campus.