The Education Ministry has released the draft ordinance for Dhaka Central University and is asking teachers, students, college staff and experts to send their comments quickly, a move meant to shape how seven city colleges will work together under one university. The draft, named Dhaka Central University Ordinance 2025, explains how the new university would use existing campuses for classes and build a shared administration to help run academic programs more smoothly. The plan brings together Dhaka College, Eden Mohila College, Government Bangla College, Government Titumir College, Kabi Nazrul Government College, Government Shaheed Suhrawardy College and Begum Badrunnesa Government Girls’ College so they can share resources, labs and student services while keeping study choices wide for learners. Officials say the draft aims to make teaching more flexible by mixing in some online courses with in-person classes and by planning better timetables so classrooms can be used well. The ministry has asked for views in a short window so any good ideas can be added before the rules are finalised, and it has given clear ways for people to send their notes to the government office that prepared the paper. Supporters say a combined university can reduce waste, improve access to modern labs and create more options for students who want different subjects or to change their major after starting their studies. They add that sharing staff training, library services and student support could help students learn more and find better job skills. The draft also outlines a formal body to guide the university, with roles for a chancellor, vice-chancellor, academic council and others so decisions are handled openly and with checks for fairness. Local teachers and education groups are being asked to look at the draft with care and to send practical suggestions, and students are urged to speak up about their needs so the new university body serves learners well. Observers note that clear planning for roads, labs and student spaces will be important so campuses can host more activities without crowding. If the reviews bring useful changes, the government says the new rules will help colleges grow together, offer more courses and make study safer and more modern for young people. The process shows an effort to involve the community in shaping higher education and to turn several historic colleges into a single, well-run university that can give students broader choices, stronger skills and better chances to find good work after graduation. Community feedback will shape fair access, campus life improvements, and steps to boost research and careers prospects.
