Six months after the long-awaited revival of the Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union (RAKSU), students are expressing frustration over the limited progress in fulfilling election promises. The council, led by the Shibir-backed Combined Student Alliance that won 20 of 23 posts in the October 16 election, pledged to implement 24 commitments within a year. However, only about 16.67 percent of those pledges have seen partial implementation, leaving 83 percent still pending.

Students report little visible progress on key issues such as housing shortages, transport facilities, academic quality, and campus democracy. Many cite ongoing problems with dormitory capacity, poor dining standards, inadequate medical services, and administrative inefficiency. RAKSU leaders attribute the slow progress to administrative non-cooperation, while the general secretary and vice president claim that cultural, sports, and advocacy activities are continuing despite obstacles.

The university vice-chancellor, who also serves as RAKSU president, urged the council to work beyond ideological lines for students’ welfare. Students, however, remain skeptical about whether the council can deliver on its promises within the remaining term.