Bangladesh, April 19 -- Once known for its environment and residential facilities, Jahangirnagar University (JU) is now grappling with a worsening sanitation crisis, as thousands of students face health risk due to unhygienic and poorly maintained toilets across campus.

Despite its reputation as one of Bangladesh's leading public universities, JU has failed to ensure basic hygiene facilities in academic buildings, residential halls and public spaces - putting nearly 12,000 students at risk.

A recent campus visit revealed a grim reality: the majority of toilets lack soap, tissue, handwash or sanitisers, while many remain dirty due to irregular cleaning. Broken taps, clogged basins, dirty floors and persistent foul smells have become rout...