Chittagong: Chittagong University (CU) has launched six new eco-friendly electronic cars (e-cars) to ease students’ transportation on campus. CU Vice Chancellor (Administration) Prof Dr Md Kamal Uddin inaugurated the operation of the e-cars at 3:30 pm today at the zero point area.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the launch event was attended by several university officials, including Assistant Proctor Md Nurul Hamid Kanan, CUCSU General Secretary Saeed Bin Habib, Joint Secretary Ayobur Rahman Tawfick, and Communication and Accommodation Secretary Md Ishak Bhuiyan. Md Ishak Bhuiyan stated that expanding the number of e-cars was a primary commitment in their manifesto. In this initial phase, six new vehicles have been added, and there are plans to introduce specific routes and stops to ensure e-car access in previously underserved areas. Bhuiyan also indicated that, based on student demand, additional vehicles may be introduced in the future.
He further mentioned that CUCSU is considering reducing the current fare rates as many students have requested more affordable fares. Discussions with the administration regarding this issue are expected to take place soon. Prof Dr Md Kamal Uddin highlighted the initiative’s focus on student convenience, emphasizing that more vehicles will be made available if necessary. New routes are set to include areas like the Forestry and Law Faculty, which were not previously serviced by e-cars. The administration has also directed that fares should not exceed Taka 10 per trip.
Earlier, on August 19, CU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Yeahia Akhter inaugurated the first set of six e-cars to alleviate transportation challenges for students on campus.