The Bangladesh government has decided in principle to establish a new public university named 'Dhaka Central University' by merging seven government colleges currently affiliated with the University of Dhaka. According to a statement from the Ministry of Education, the initiative aims to enhance education quality, ensure timely examinations, faster result publication, and improve administrative efficiency. An interim administration has been approved to manage admissions, registration, and teaching for the 2024–25 academic year, with classes set to begin on November 23. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has drafted the Dhaka Central University Ordinance 2025, which was published online to gather over 5,000 public opinions. The draft is now being reviewed and refined. The ministry emphasized that academic activities will continue uninterrupted during the transition and urged all stakeholders to avoid spreading misinformation. Officials view the move as a major step toward improving the country’s higher education system.