Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) has demanded the unconditional release of activist Hasan Nasim, who was allegedly taken from his home in Agargaon, Dhaka, by individuals identifying themselves as members of the Detective Branch (DB) police. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday evening, April 17, when Nasim was picked up without any warrant or specific charges, according to a social media post by his brother, Hasan Noman.

In a statement, DUCSU General Secretary S M Farhad condemned the incident as a violation of constitutional freedom of expression and described such detentions as unacceptable. He linked the event to past instances of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial actions, calling them shameful for the state. DUCSU warned that attempts to suppress government criticism on social media through fear or abduction would fail, asserting that the current generation remains vocal against injustice and repression.

DUCSU emphasized that freedom of expression is a fundamental right and urged authorities to ensure Nasim’s immediate release.