The Independent Student Alliance has announced its full panel for the upcoming Chittagong University Central Students’ Union (CUCSU) election, pledging to practice non-partisan politics, safeguard student rights, and build a student-friendly campus.
The panel will be led by Abir Bin Jabed as Vice President (VP), Chowdhury Tasneem Jahan Srabon as General Secretary (GS), and Palash Dey as Assistant General Secretary (AGS). Other candidates include Tamanna Mahbub Preeti for Assistant Sports Secretary, Rana Kanti Dash for Literary Secretary, and Shahriar Alam Abrar for Assistant Literary Secretary.
Saied Nayeem Asif has been nominated as Office Secretary, with Ehtesamul Haque Ishmam as Assistant Office Secretary. Papri Akter Maya will contest for Women’s Welfare Secretary, while Robaida Khanam Ohi will serve as her assistant.
Among other posts, Sheikh Hamim will run for Science and Information Secretary, Abdullah Al Kayes for Research and Innovation Secretary, Myeen Uddin Alamgir Tanmoy for Social Service Secretary, and Main Uddin Araf for Health Secretary. The panel also nominated Arifus Sakib Zameem for Career Development, Md. Ikhlas for Communication Secretary, and Shahidul Islam Sami for Assistant Communication Secretary. Niloy Deb Shanto was announced for Law and Human Rights Secretary, Mobarak Hossain for Library and Cafeteria, and Abid Shahriar for Liberation War and Democratic Movements Secretary. Four executive members have also been named: Md. Abidur Rahman, Jawadur Rashid Wasi, Arafat Al Riyad, and Riyadul Islam.
Priorities of the Panel
The alliance has pledged to focus on student security, healthcare, research opportunities, cultural activities, and employment prospects. According to VP candidate Abir Bin Jabed, the panel represents a diverse group of student leaders, including those from different organizations, faiths, and even a visually impaired member, which reflects their commitment to inclusivity.
GS candidate Chowdhury Tasneem Jahan Srabon observed that the CUCSU’s authority is limited and solving all problems within a year is unrealistic. However, she emphasized that the alliance will remain active in addressing the fundamental demands of students, resisting undue influence from partisan groups, and working toward a fairer campus environment.
