Dhaka: The Jahangirnagar University (JU) chapter of Doors for Inclusive Society (DIS) formally launched its activities today, aiming to support physically challenged students on campus. JU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan inaugurated the activities at the Wazed Miah Science Research Centre seminar room at noon.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor emphasized that while physical ability can aid movement, reaching higher levels of knowledge and morality requires inner strength. He remarked that individuals facing physical challenges often possess deeper insight and understanding, asserting that physical disability is not a barrier to becoming a complete human being. Dr. Ahsan also reiterated the university's dedication to making JU a disability-friendly institution, highlighting ongoing work on accessible footpaths and roads.
The event was attended by notable figures, including Chairman of the Government and Politics Department Professor Dr. Nurul Huda Sakib, Professor Dr. K M Mohiuddin, Associate Professor of Urban and Regional Planning Department Dr. Afsana Haque, JUCSU Vice-President Abdur Rashid Zitu, and AGS Ferdous Al Hasan. Leaders of DIS, such as its President S M Ferdous Alam, JU Physically Challenged Development Foundation (PDF) President Jahidul Islam, and newly formed DIS JU chapter members, were also present.
With support from PDF, DIS introduced a Braille-based Qur'an learning course and distributed scholarships, smartphones, and white canes among students, along with gifts for volunteers.