Dhaka Medical College Shut Down Indefinitely Amid Protests; Students Ordered to Vacate Dormitories

June 21, 2025 | DhakaAuthorities have announced the indefinite closure of Dhaka Medical College, one of Bangladesh’s most prestigious medical institutions, following escalating student protests. All students have been ordered to vacate their dormitories immediately, according to an official notice issued Saturday.The sudden decision comes amid widespread demonstrations sparked by ongoing political unrest, with students and citizens expressing outrage over what they describe as an illegitimate and authoritarian interim government led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus.Protest slogans such as “No need for education, take to the streets for Yunus!” have been circulating among demonstrators, highlighting the growing frustration among the youth, many of whom feel their futures are being sacrificed for the sake of political manipulation.Hundreds of students were seen leaving campus under heavy police presence. Eyewitnesses reported heightened tensions near the hostels, with security forces deployed to ensure swift evacuation.Critics argue that the closure is a tactic to suppress student dissent, which has become a driving force behind the nationwide resistance movement. Students across various public universities have been at the forefront of protests demanding the restoration of democratic processes, justice for political prisoners, and an end to arbitrary state actions.The government has not yet provided a timeline for reopening the institution, further fueling anxiety among students and parents alike. As the country grapples with deepening political instability, education has become another casualty in what observers are calling a manufactured crisis to silence opposition.