Dhaka University Pro-Vice-Chancellor (administration) Prof Muhammad Samad on Sunday (Jul 21) said they have no right to cancel the affiliation of seven colleges as the decision was taken by the government. He came up with the remarks at a press briefing at the Vice-Chancellor's lounge, local media reported.
Urging the striking students to return to classes, Prof Samad said talks will continue for continuation of the activities of seven colleges without disrupting regular DU students' academic activities.
The DU authorities have no right to part ways with the seven colleges as the decision of affiliation was taken by the government, he added.
He asked the students to call off their protests until VC Prof Md Akhtaruzzaman returns from China.