Rajshahi University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Saleh Hasan Nakib has sharply criticized student unrest over campus polls, saying:
"You lock doors, you engage in clashes, and then demand that I conduct your election. This is like asking for favors at your uncle’s house."

He emphasized that failure to maintain discipline during the long-awaited RAKSU (Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union) elections reflects poorly on students themselves.

Praising the university’s election commission for not resigning despite intense pressure, the VC noted:
"Some teachers also showed resilience by not backing away despite the vile slogans and chaos. The proctorial body has acted with patience and avoided drastic measures, which is why we are at this stage."

He expressed disappointment that calls for military involvement in a student union election even arose:
"If it requires the army to hold such an election, that is painful for our entire student community."

The remarks came days after student activists padlocked the treasurer’s office and vandalized furniture.