Bangladesh University Expels Students for Being Gay and Calls Police

A university in Bangladesh is facing strong international criticism. The school expelled students who were suspected of being homosexual. After the expulsion, the university called the police. The students were then arrested.

The incidents happened on 16 and 19 May. They took place at Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University. This university is located in Dinajpur, Bangladesh.

The human rights organization JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France reported the events. They condemned the actions of the university. They called the treatment of the students a serious human rights violation.

Being gay is illegal in Bangladesh. The country uses old colonial laws to criminalize homosexuality. People convicted under these laws can face long prison sentences. This makes life very dangerous for LGBTQ+ people in the country.

The expelled students were not only removed from the university. They were also handed directly to law enforcement. This means they could now face criminal charges. Their future is very uncertain.

Human rights groups say this case is deeply alarming. Universities should be safe places for all students. Instead, this school actively worked against its own students. This sends a frightening message to LGBTQ+ youth in Bangladesh.

International LGBTQ+ organizations are calling for the students to be released. They also demand that the university reverses the expulsions. They want the Bangladeshi government to protect LGBTQ+ citizens instead of punishing them.

This case highlights the ongoing danger faced by LGBTQ+ people in many countries. In Bangladesh, simply being suspected of being gay can destroy a person's education and freedom. Activists say that international pressure is now more important than ever.

JusticeMakers Bangladesh continues to monitor the situation closely. They are working to support the affected students. The organization is calling on the global community to speak out against this injustice.