Uncertainty, tension grip students, parents amid raging political crisis

UNB :
The persistent anti-government political programmes enforced by BNP and like-minded political parties have cast a shadow over academic activities in the capital city and parts of the country.

Many schools and colleges in the capital have remained open despite the blockades but students’ attendance has dropped remarkably.

Many guardians are reluctant to send their children to schools and colleges, especially those who live far from the educational institutions.

Additionally, educational institutions have been forced to postpone scheduled exams, compounding the stress and uncertainty over students’ studies.

The latest bout of the political turmoil saw a nationwide hartal on October 29. After the end of a three-day blockade on October 31, a two-day blockade is currently underway on November 5 and 6.

This ongoing situation has left students and parents in a state of panic, with fears of a more challenging political situation throughout November and December.

The implications of this political unrest are most profound in divisional cities and district headquarters, including the capital.

Talking to the UNB reporter, many parents said they are particularly concerned about the safety of their children during their commute to and from school in these challenging times.

Almost all educational institutions in the capital, including Motijheel Ideal School and College, Banasree Ideal School and College, Viqarunnisa Noon School and College Main Branch and Bashundhara Branch, Government Laboratory High School, Motijheel Government Girls High School, Rampura Ekramunnesa Girls’ School, Rajuk Uttara Model School and College, and Banani Bidyaniketan, have reported a significant decrease in attendance.