Teachers of Dhaka University have called on the government to grant the institution "special status" in recognition of its historic and significant contributions to Bangladesh’s politics, society, economy, and education. On Sunday afternoon, a memorandum signed by faculty members from 83 departments was submitted to Vice Chancellor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan. White Panel Convener Dr. Morshed Hasan Khan stated, “Despite its pivotal role, DU holds no special status. Globally, institutions of national importance are often given such recognition. We urge the government to do the same.”