DU declares 1-day holiday on death of former VC Prof Arefin Siddique
DU Correspondent
One day holiday has been declared at Dhaka University on Sunday following the death of former Vice-Chancellor of Dhaka University, Professor Dr. AAMS Arefin Siddique.
This decision has been taken out of respect and honor for him as per the university's tradition. Therefore, no classes and exams will be held at the university tomorrow. With the consent of the family, all the usual university practices including miking on the campus, publishing condolence messages, and special prayers at the central mosque have been followed to inform everyone about the time and place of the funeral.
It is worth noting that the family decided to determine the place of Professor Arefin Siddique's funeral and burial. The university administration respects this decision of the family.
Incidentally, Professor Dr. AAMS Arefin Siddique fell ill on Friday and was admitted to the ICU of the Neuroscience Unit of Ibrahim Cardiac Hospital, Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan visited him at the hospital and inquired about his physical condition and treatment. While he was undergoing treatment, the administration maintained regular contact with his family, family friends and colleagues.
After his death, Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan and other important figures from the administration participated in the funeral and burial ceremonies of the deceased and provided overall support in the burial process.
