Our Story

About Aruna Palli

A cooperative housing society built on decades of trust, transparency, and community.

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48
Residential Plots
6
Residential Blocks
35+
Years of Service
1990
Year Established
Our History

More Than a Housing Society - A Community

Aruna Palli Housing Society, established under the Jahangirnagar University Co-operative, has been providing quality residential living for university faculty, staff, and their families since its founding.

48 Residential Plots
Across 6 blocks with full infrastructure
Transparent Governance
Democratic, member-driven decisions
Digital MIS Platform
Online management for all services
35+ Years Legacy
Serving the JU community since 1990
Savar, Dhaka
Est. 1990
35+
Years serving the
JU community
What We Stand For

Mission & Vision

Mission

Our Mission

To provide a safe, well-governed, and community-oriented residential environment for Jahangirnagar University employees and their families — ensuring transparent management, quality infrastructure, and an active sense of belonging for every member.

  • Maintain fair, transparent financial management
  • Deliver prompt and quality maintenance services
  • Foster inclusive community participation
  • Digitise all administrative processes via the MIS
Vision

Our Vision

To become the most exemplary cooperative housing society in Bangladesh — a model of democratic self-governance, environmental sustainability, and resident welfare that inspires similar communities across the country.

  • Be a benchmark for cooperative housing in Bangladesh
  • Achieve full digital administration by 2027
  • Establish green and sustainable infrastructure
  • Build a lasting legacy for future generations
Milestones

Our Journey Through Time

1990

Society Established

Aruna Palli Housing Society is formally registered under the Jahangirnagar University Co-operative. The first 12 plots are allocated to founding faculty members.

1995

Phase I Infrastructure

Roads, boundary walls, water supply, and electricity networks completed for Blocks A and B. First 24 families take up residence.

2002

Block Expansion & Community Hall

Blocks C–F developed, bringing total plots to 48. The multi-purpose Community Hall is inaugurated, becoming the hub of society events and meetings.

2010

Democratic Charter Renewed

A new governance charter is ratified at the AGM, enshrining biennial elections, open financial audits, and formal grievance procedures for all members.

2018

Green Initiative Launched

Society-wide tree plantation drive, solar street lighting installation, and a rainwater harvesting pilot project launched under the Environment Committee.

2024

Digital MIS Launched

Aruna Palli's Management Information System goes live — digitising member records, fee management, notice distribution, and governance workflows for all 48 plots.

Our Principles

Core Values

The principles that guide every decision we make as a community.

Transparency

Every financial decision, meeting resolution, and administrative action is documented and available to all members.

Inclusivity

Every member has an equal voice. Committee elections and AGM votes ensure no single group dictates society decisions.

Accountability

Elected committee members serve with defined responsibilities and are subject to regular review and re-election by the membership.

Community Care

We look after our neighbours — from celebrating milestones to supporting members facing hardship through the welfare fund.

Environmental Stewardship

We maintain green spaces, plant trees annually, and pursue sustainable infrastructure solutions to protect our environment.

Digital Innovation

Our MIS platform brings record-keeping, fee payments, notices, and communication into the digital era for maximum efficiency.

Governance

Executive Committee 2025-26

Elected representatives serving all 48 member families.

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President

Prof. Mohammad Anwar Hossain

Dept. of Economics, JU
+880 1712-XXXXXX
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Vice President

Prof. Salma Begum

Dept. of Botany, JU
+880 1815-XXXXXX
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General Secretary

Md. Rafiqul Islam

Administrative Officer, JU
+880 1919-XXXXXX
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Treasurer

Dr. Kamal Uddin Ahmed

Dept. of Finance, JU
+880 1612-XXXXXX
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Infrastructure Secretary

Prof. Nasreen Akhter

Dept. of Civil Engineering, JU
+880 1712-XXXXXX
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IT & Digital Secretary

Dr. Imran Hasan Siddique

Dept. of Computer Science, JU
+880 1811-XXXXXX
What We Provide

Infrastructure & Amenities

Aruna Palli is a fully serviced residential community. The society directly manages roads, water supply, electricity distribution, security, waste management, and common green areas — ensuring a comfortable standard of living for all residents.

48 Residential Plots in 6 Blocks
Blocks A–F with standardised plot sizes
24/7 Water Supply
Dedicated deep tube wells and overhead tanks
Solar Street Lighting
Energy-efficient LED lights on all internal roads
Security & Gated Entry
Round-the-clock security and controlled access
Community Hall
Multi-purpose hall for meetings, events, and celebrations
Green Spaces & Parks
Maintained gardens, walking paths, and children's play areas
Block Layout
A
Block A
8 Plots
B
Block B
8 Plots
C
Block C
8 Plots
D
Block D
8 Plots
E
Block E
8 Plots
F
Block F
8 Plots
All blocks share common water, electricity, road, and security infrastructure.
Get In Touch

Have Questions About the Society?

Reach out to the Executive Committee or visit us at the Community Hall during office hours.