Summary: The article discusses Raju Bhaskar’s announcement regarding two demands against sexual harassment made by female students at Dhaka University. They are calling for the formation of a special tribunal to prosecute past offenders and the effective punishment of those involved in the recent incident of sexual assault against a student named Achia. The students announced these demands on a platform, emphasizing the need for consistent action until the demands are met. They also plan to hold a torch procession across the country in the evening to demand justice for the victims.
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In the heart of the night, the female students of Dhaka University have raised their voices against sexual harassment, led by Raju Bhaskar. With unwavering determination, they have announced two pivotal demands on a platform that resonates with urgency and justice. The first demand calls for the establishment of a special tribunal to bring all past perpetrators of sexual violence to justice. The second demand seeks to ensure that swift and effective punishment is meted out to those involved in the recent heinous act of assault against a student named Achia in Magura.
Witnesses to this historic declaration were Umma Fatima, a prominent figure in the anti-discrimination student movement, and Rafia Rehnuma Hridi, a student from the Sociology Department at Dhaka University. Their impassioned call for justice reverberated across the campus, stirring the hearts of all who heard them. The night’s events unfolded dramatically as the students took to the streets, demanding accountability and chanting slogans such as “Who are you, who am I, Achia, Achia.”
Unified Stand Against Injustice
The movement began at midnight when the female students congregated on the streets of Dhaka University, united in their demand for justice for Achia and all victims of sexual violence. Led by Sufia Kamal Hall’s students, they marched in solidarity to the VC Square, symbolizing their firm stance against the prevailing culture of impunity. Soon, their numbers swelled as students from other halls joined in, forming a formidable force of resistance against the scourge of sexual harassment.
Rafia Rehnuma Hridi, a student from the Sociology Department, expressed the collective sentiment of the group, stating that the announcement of the Sexual Harassment Prevention Platform marked a significant milestone in their fight against injustice. Until the perpetrators of the atrocity against Achia face the full force of the law, their movement will continue unabated, fueled by a relentless pursuit of justice.
Call to Action and Future Plans
Looking ahead to the coming evening, Umma Fatima declared plans for a torch procession at 7 pm, heralding a nationwide call to arms against sexual violence. Students from various departments will converge at the Anti-Sexual Harassment Platform’s banner, bearing torches and a steely resolve to seek justice. Promising swift action, Umma Fatima issued an ultimatum to ensure that the perpetrators of Achia’s assault are brought before the courts within 24 hours, underscoring the unwavering commitment to deliver justice swiftly and decisively.
The momentum of the movement shows no signs of slowing down, with calls for the swift and effective punishment of the offenders growing louder by the day. As the female students of Dhaka University raise their voices in unison, their demands echo far and wide, demanding an end to the culture of silence and impunity surrounding acts of sexual violence. In the face of adversity, they stand united, a beacon of hope and resilience in the fight against injustice and oppression.
