Cabinet receives final draft of Dhaka Central University ordinance

The Ministry of Education has finalized the draft ordinance for the establishment of Dhaka Central University and forwarded it to the Cabinet Division on Sunday after completing all procedural steps at the Secondary and Higher Education Division, officials said.In a statement, the ministry expressed optimism that the ordinance would receive approval from the competent authorities soon.Before finalizing the ordinance, the ministry conducted several key steps, including gathering opinions from relevant ministries and departments, publishing the draft online for public feedback, holding discussions with teachers, students, and civil society members, and consulting experts.The ministry said the Secondary and Higher Education Division ensured the draft reflected reasonable expectations and addressed concerns while setting a framework for quality education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The division kept the public informed of progress through regular press releases.Officials noted that establishing a sustainable, world-class university requires careful planning and phased structural reforms, as any disorder ...

• 18 Jan 2026