STAFF CORRESPONDENT

Dhaka Medical College authorities yesterday announced the suspension of all academic activities for MBBS students for an indefinite period starting today, amid ongoing student protests demanding renovation of academic and residential buildings.

In a notice issued following an emergency meeting of the Academic Council, the DMC authorities also directed all students, except foreign students and those appearing for the university professional MBBS examinations, to vacate their hostels by 12:00pm today.

Later, a press release was also issued regarding the decision.

“Students have been asked to vacate the halls for a short period to avoid any potential risks. It is not possible to implement renovation demands so quickly. Therefore, until an alternative arrangement is made, the directive to vacate the halls remains in effect,” Prof Md Kamrul Alam, principal of DMC, told UNB earlier.

This correspondent could not reach Prof Kamrul Alam for comment despite repeated attempts over the phone.

Abdullah Al Noman, a protesting fourth-year MBBS student, said they would continue their “We are also

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