A Rajshahi University student has drowned in the institution’s swimming pool. The incident occurred around 5:30pm on Sunday, said the university’s proctor Mahbubur Rahman. The victim, Sayma Hossain, was a Sociology student from the 2020-21 academic session and a resident of Mannujan Hall. Witness Toufiq Rahman said they were playing outside the gym when they noticed Sayma underwater. “By the time we reached the [swimming pool] and pulled her out, it was too late.

Source: bd News24 October 26, 2025 14:29 UTC