A tragic incident at Rajshahi University has sparked widespread protests after Sociology student Saima Hossain died while swimming in the university pool on Sunday evening (October 26). The Physical Education Department’s acting director, Rokhsana Begum, initially claimed that Saima’s death resulted from a heart attack. However, students rejected this explanation, alleging negligence by the university administration, Physical Education Department, and Medical Center. Tension escalated across the campus as students organized processions and a sit-in in front of the Vice-Chancellor’s residence, demanding a fair investigation and justice for Saima. Protest leaders, including RUCSU Vice President Mostakur Rahman Zahid and General Secretary Salahuddin Ammar, accused the administration of delaying their response and failing to ensure safety and medical preparedness. They called for accountability, safety reforms at the swimming pool, and improvement of emergency healthcare facilities on campus.