Dhaka Medical College (DMC) is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to welcome Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on July 11 for its 80th founding anniversary celebrations. The announcement of the Prime Minister's visit has created a festive atmosphere across the DMC campus, where preparations for the anniversary are in full swing.
Anticipation and Enthusiasm
Former and current student leaders of DMC have expressed enthusiasm over the Prime Minister's scheduled visit. They described the occasion as a homecoming, expressing hope that the visit would help address long-standing challenges facing the institution while boosting the morale of students, teachers, doctors, and staff.
Key Events During the Visit
During the visit, the Prime Minister is expected to lay the foundation stone for two new female dormitories under the Directorate of Health Education's 20-Hostel Project, take part in a tree-planting programme, and attend a discussion marking the anniversary. Prime Minister's spouse and former DMC student Dr Zubaida Rahman is also expected to accompany him.
Historical Significance
Dr Md Rafiqul Islam, former Organisational Secretary of the DMC Chhatra Dal unit and BNP Health Affairs Secretary, highlighted the historic role DMC has played in the country's major democratic and national movements, including the 1971 Liberation War, the 1990 mass uprising, and the July 2024 uprising. He noted that former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia had undertaken several initiatives for the infrastructural development of Dhaka Medical College, adding that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit carries deep emotional significance for DMC alumni.
Inspirational Leadership
Dr Belal Hossain Nazim, former President of the DMC unit Chhatra Dal and Health Affairs Secretary of Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal, expressed hope that the Prime Minister's visit would further motivate students, teachers, doctors, nurses, and officials of the institution. He praised the Prime Minister's leadership and commitment to public welfare.
Renewed Hope and Pride
Dr Mohammad Mahmudur Rahman Noman, former General Secretary of the Dhaka Medical College Students' Union and Assistant Professor of the Cardiology Department, described the visit as a moment of pride and renewed hope for DMCians. He said the Prime Minister's presence would reinforce the institution's rich legacy and inspire future generations to embrace responsible leadership.
Current Students' Expectations
Current students also welcomed the visit. Fifth-year MBBS student Md Shakibul Hasan said the Prime Minister's presence would provide students with an opportunity to directly present challenges facing medical education and the country's healthcare sector. He expressed optimism that their concerns would receive due attention and contribute to further development of the health sector.
