Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain has declared a bold new vision for the country’s healthcare system, stating that the days of patients chasing doctors are over. Instead, the government is working toward a system where medical services and doctors will actively reach out to the people.
The Minister made these remarks while addressing journalists at his ancestral home in Hafizpur village of Monohardi upazila, Narsingdi, on Friday afternoon.
A Corruption-Free Ministry
Emphasizing the government’s top priority, Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain stated that the first step in reforming the sector is cleaning up the administration.
“According to the Prime Minister’s wish, our primary goal is to make the Health Ministry corruption-free. There are many allegations of corruption within this ministry, and we are digging deep. We will ensure a ministry free of syndicates to bring healthcare directly to the doorsteps of the common people.”
The Minister further elaborated that the government is moving forward with a mindset of making healthcare universal and easily accessible. “We want to ensure that people do not have to struggle for treatment. We hope to fully realize these objectives under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.”
Health Infrastructure and Commitments
Responding to a long-standing demand from the residents of Narsingdi, the Minister expressed his commitment to establishing a medical college in the district.
- Medical College: Efforts are underway to expedite the establishment of a medical college in Narsingdi, with similar plans for other regions in need.
- Hospital Upgrades: The Minister pledged to make the 250-bed Narsingdi District Hospital and other inactive health centers fully operational as soon as possible.
- ICU Facilities: He also announced the upcoming installation of two ICU units in Narsingdi to handle critical patients.
Politics of Inclusivity
Later, as the chief guest at a reception, Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain spoke on the importance of national unity. He noted that the government holds equal responsibility for all citizens, regardless of whether they voted for the current administration or not.
“Rising above all revenge and malice, we will build a prosperous Bangladesh based on the spirit of the Liberation War, involving everyone who supports that cause,” he said.
The event was attended by Narsingdi Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Anwar Hossain, Civil Surgeon Syed Md. Amirul Huq, Additional Superintendent of Police (Administration) Md. Kalimullah, and the Superintendent of the 100-bed Narsingdi District Hospital A N M Mizanur Rahman, alongside local leaders of the BNP and its affiliate organizations.
