Dhaka, Sept. 9 -- Anid Hasan, a candidate from the ''Swatantro Shikkarti Oikya' (Umama-Sadi-Zahed) panel, has withdrawn his candidacy for the post of Literature and Cultural Secretary in the ongoing Dhaka University Central Students' Union (DUCSU) and hall unions elections.

Shortly before voting began on Tuesday, Anid announced his withdrawal via a Facebook post and full support for Chhatra Dal-backed candidate Abu Hayat Md Zulfikar Jisan, who is contesting for the same post.

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In the post, Anid wrote: "In the greater interest of Bangladesh's independence and sovereignty and for building a free, inclusive, and progressive cultural environment on campus, I, Anid Hasa...