Protest erupts at DU demanding death penalty for rapists
Campus Desk
Dhaka University students staged a protest at the Raju Sculpture on Saturday midnight, demanding the death penalty for rapists.
They also announced the Raju Sculpture as the ‘Anti-Rape Platform’ (Dhorshon Birodhi Monch) to amplify their voices against rape and violence against women.
The protest was sparked by the recent horrific rape of 8-year child in Magura.
They demanded the formation of a special tribunal to ensure the trial is completed swiftly and justice is served without delay.
Female students from Sufiya Kamal Hall started the protest, chanting various slogans demanding justice for the child.
Soon, students from other halls joined the protest turning the Raju Sculpture into a hub of resistance against sexual violence.
The protesters said their fight is not limited to demonstrations but also calls for structural changes to prevent such crimes.
They vowed to continue their movement until their demands are met.
The protest concluded at 2:30 am, with students announcing further programme scheduled for Sunday evening.
