Authorities at a secondary school in Jhalokathi’s Rajapur upazila have decided to issue transfer certificates (TC) to 15 students accused of sparking tension on campus by chanting ‘Joy Bangla’ slogans. The incident unfolded on Sunday morning, 15 November, at Rajapur Model Pilot High School in the upazila headquarters, briefly disrupting the regular academic atmosphere.
According to school sources, the commotion centred on the publication of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) selection examination results, widely known as the test exam. Passing this internal assessment is mandatory for candidates to qualify for the national board examinations. Results were scheduled to be formally announced on Sunday morning. However, a few candidates managed to learn their scores ahead of the official release. Disappointed by outcomes that fell short of their expectations, the aggrieved students reportedly began chanting ‘Joy Bangla’ slogans within the school compound, creating a tense situation.
Headmaster Md. Zahidul Islam confirmed the incident and explained the underlying frustration among the pupils. He noted that a perception had taken root among some learners that academic pressure was comparatively lighter during the former Awami League administration, making it easier to pass examinations. Under current academic standards, however, securing satisfactory grades demands consistent classroom attendance, dedicated study, and proper participation in assessments. Discontent with these stricter educational requirements appeared to have fuelled the outburst, he observed.
Following the disruption, the school administration moved swiftly to identify those responsible for breaching campus discipline. Headmaster Islam stated that 15 students involved in the incident have already been pinpointed. Of this group, five to six students reportedly belong to families aligned with the Awami League.
Formal administrative procedures are currently underway to execute the disciplinary measure. Once the official process is finalised, all 15 identified students will be handed transfer certificates, requiring them to leave Rajapur Model Pilot High School and seek admission elsewhere to continue their studies.
