The Dhaka Union of Journalists (DUJ) election, originally scheduled for November 15, has been unexpectedly postponed, triggering strong reactions from candidates across multiple panels. Election Committee Chairman Hasan Hafiz announced the postponement on Thursday night via a notice on the DUJ board, citing “unavoidable reasons.” Candidates expressed shock and opposition, arguing that no valid constitutional provision allows cancellation without specific circumstances. More than 100 candidates have already purchased and submitted nominations and are actively campaigning. Candidates, including Didarul Alam, DM Amirul Islam Omar, and Israfil Farazi, demanded a clear explanation from the Election Commission and warned that the election must be held on November 15. They also threatened strict protests and legal action if the decision is not reversed by October 25. Several candidates accused political influence in panel-based elections and called for reforms to prevent party control over the journalists’ body.
The scheduled date for the Dhaka Union of Journalists (DUJ) election was November 15. Candidates have announced that if no official announcement is made by Saturday (October 25) regarding holding the election, they will pursue both strict protests and legal action.
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