Students of BRAC University have come together in an inspiring effort to rescue and care for the cats of their campus during a time of grief and hope. After several cats went missing and some tragically died, a group of dedicated students united to save, nurture, and protect these vulnerable creatures. Their mission stems from a shared sense of compassion and responsibility, forming a powerful promise to safeguard the campus cats.

Despite their efforts, seven cats remain missing and three have died. One missing kitten was found near the U Loop in Badda, where four other lost kittens had also been located. Sadly, a kitten rescued earlier succumbed that night due to nervous system complications. On 7 November, the calico kitten passed away following the disappearance of its mother, leaving it without care or nourishment.

The struggle, however, continues. Two adult cats and four kittens are now in foster homes, with three kittens recovering from eye infections and another still unwell. The beloved campus cat, Bagha, was recently examined at a veterinary office and found to be in good health — a small yet comforting relief for the students.

The group continues to raise funds within the university community to support ongoing rescue efforts. These contributions help cover medical expenses, food, and care for cats still under treatment.However, challenges persist. Students report that people continue to abandon pet cats and kittens on campus, believing they will find a better life there.

“People are still abandoning home cats or kittens in the campus in hopes for a better future for them. But it becomes very difficult for us to manage when more animals keep coming,” one student working for the welfare of the cats told The Business Standard.

Despite heartbreak and exhaustion, these students have not lost their compassion. Their quiet acts of rescue, feeding, fostering, and mourning remind everyone that kindness still thrives within the university community. Through their words and actions, they are not only saving animals but nurturing an empathetic culture — one life at a time.