Dhaka, April 25 -- The Dhaka University Journalists' Association (DUJA) on Saturday formed a human chain protesting an attack on journalists inside Shahbagh Police Station and demanding a safe environment for independent journalism.

The programme was held at around 11:30am at the foot of Aparajeyo Bangla on the University of Dhaka campus.

Current members of the association, along with former presidents, general secretaries and members, took part in the demonstration. Speakers demanded the immediate identification of those involved in the attack, filing of cases, legal action against the perpetrators and disciplinary measures by the university authorities. They also called for ensuring a free and safe environment for journalism on campus...