Monday, 6th July 2026
Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 15th September 2025, 7:31 AM
Students of Government Titumir College in Dhaka have once again taken to the streets, demanding the establishment of an independent university. On Monday around 12:15 PM, the demonstrators blocked both sides of the road in front of the college.
As a result, vehicular movement between Gulshan-1, Amtali, Jahangir Gate, Mohakhali and surrounding routes came to a complete standstill, causing severe suffering for commuters.
Traffic Police Response
The Gulshan Traffic Division has instructed drivers to use alternative routes until the situation is brought under control. Diversion routes have already been announced for different directions.
Diversion Routes for Vehicles
| Route Category | Diversion Details |
| From Uttara to Gulshan-1 via Amtali | Vehicles must turn left at Kakoli Junction, proceed towards Gulshan-2, and then access Gulshan-1 via the Police Plaza route. |
| From Jahangir Gate/Mohakhali towards Amtali–Gulshan-1 | Vehicles must continue northwards and use U-turns: – Small vehicles: In front of Banani Graveyard. – Large vehicles: In front of the Army Stadium. After the U-turn, proceed via Gulshan-2 towards destination. |
| From the North to Jahangir Gate | Vehicles can directly use the Mohakhali Flyover to reach Jahangir Gate. |
| From Jahangir Gate to the North | Vehicles must use the Mohakhali Flyover towards northern destinations. |
Police have urged drivers to:
This student movement has once again highlighted the longstanding demand for an independent university and has brought a major section of Dhaka’s busy traffic to a standstill.
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