Dhaka University (DU) authorities have reimposed restrictions on the entry and movement of vehicles belonging to individuals other than the university's teachers, students, officers and employees, in a move aimed at strengthening campus security. The directive was issued on Friday (14 November).
What the new rules say
Under the new regulations, vehicles belonging to people other than the university's teachers, students, officers and employees will face restrictions on campus entry and movement. However, exemptions have been granted for university stickered vehicles, emergency service vehicles, journalists, ride-sharing and delivery vehicles.
Special directive for motorcycles
From 20 November, motorcycles without stickers issued by the Proctor Office will be barred from entering and moving around the campus. Once this directive takes effect, the entry of outside motorcycles into the campus will be completely halted.
Part of security enhancement efforts
University authorities said the decision was taken to ensure overall campus security. Similar restrictions on outside vehicles have been imposed at various times in the past. The new directive is expected to reduce unnecessary vehicular movement on campus.
Exempted vehicles
In addition to university stickered vehicles, emergency service vehicles (fire service, ambulances), law enforcement vehicles, journalists' vehicles, and ride-sharing and delivery service vehicles will remain outside the purview of this restriction.
