Murder of Primeasia University student Zahidul Islam Parvez

Murdered student Parvez of Primeasia University.

The tragic murder of Zahidul Islam Parvez, a promising student at Primeasia University, is a stark reminder of the violence that continues to plague educational institutions. A place meant for learning, growth, and camaraderie has been tainted by an act of brutality that defies comprehension. 

Media reports indicate that the tragedy unfolded over a flimsy ground as Parvez and his friends laughed when they went to a tea stall near the university on April 19. Soon after some other students challenged them for this and the altercation was resolved by three teachers of the university. However about one and half hours later, the charging students attacked Parvez and his friend Tarikul Islam and stabbed Parvez to death.

The suspension of two female students of the nearby University of Scholars in connection with this incident only deepens the complexity of the situation, raising questions about the underlying tensions and rivalries that led to such a horrific outcome. According to reports, the two students Fatema Tahsin Oishi and Faria Huq Tina had allegedly called in their friends over the phone when Parvez and his friends allegedly laughed at them in front of the tea stall. If the allegation proves true, they will be expelled from the University, The University of Scholars authorities told the media. 

Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal, student affiliate of the BNP has been staging demonstrations in the capital demanding punishment of those who killed Parvez, who is said to be a member of the student-body. JCD has alleged that two members of the Anti-Discrimination Students were involved in the crime. 

The loss of the young life, full of potential and dreams, is a wound that no family should have to bear. For the grieving family, there is no solace, no words that can ease the pain of such an irreplaceable loss. The perpetrators of this heinous act must be swiftly brought to justice, not only to ensure accountability but also to send a clear message that violence has no place in our educational institutions.

This tragedy is a wake-up call for all stakeholders—students, faculty, administration, and policymakers. It is imperative to foster an environment where differences are resolved through dialogue and understanding, not through violence. Universities must take proactive measures to address the root causes of such conflicts, whether they stem from political rivalries, personal grievances, or other factors.

Let this be the last time we witness such a senseless act on a campus. The memory of the deceased student Parvez should serve as a catalyst for change, inspiring us to build safer, more inclusive spaces for learning.