Dhaka University, Feb. 10 -- Chancellor of Dhaka University Professor Niaz Ahmad Khan has decided to resign from his position.

He announced this decision at a press briefing held at the Abdul Matin Chowdhury Virtual Classroom at the university on Tuesday.

Speaking at the briefing, the Vice-Chancellor said, "I would like to step down from my position. However, if a vacancy at this moment could create any disruption at the university, I am willing to continue for a few more days if the elected government wishes."

He said a smooth transition was essential for the university and that if the government or other stakeholders felt he should continue for some more time, he was ready to consider it.

Dr Niaz Ahmad Khan was a Professor in the De...