Dhaka: Dhaka University's Provost Standing Committee has recommended a one-hour extension for daily entry at female halls of residence, as a group of female students have been protesting for several days demanding the lifting of the 'evening curfew' which bars female students' entrance and exit from the halls from 10pm to 6am.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the secretary of the committee, Israfil Ratan, who also serves as DU's proctor, confirmed the information today, stating that the decision was made yesterday. The recommendation will be presented before the syndicate meeting. If the syndicate approves the recommendation, it will be executed.
Under the existing regulations, DU female students are not allowed to enter or leave the halls between 10pm and 6am. If necessary, they must obtain late pass permission from the house tutors in advance. In emergency situations, the authorities contact the local guardians to allow students to leave.