Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain has directed the immediate transfer of Chandpur Civil Surgeon Dr. Nure Alam Din following allegations of negligence in his duties. The decision was made during a surprise inspection of the Haimchar Upazila Health Complex, where the minister observed mismanagement and expressed dissatisfaction. Sakhawat visited Chandpur Government General Hospital and spoke to local journalists, announcing a new campaign to reduce the birth rate by the end of September.
Neglect and Mismanagement
During the visit, Sakhawat highlighted various forms of mismanagement and underutilization of equipment that had occurred during the previous government's tenure. He emphasized that these issues needed immediate attention to ensure the well-being of the population. The minister's visit was accompanied by Sheikh Farid Ahmed Manik MP, Deputy Commissioner Ahmed Ziaur Rahman, and hospital officials.
Future Health Initiatives
Sakhawat announced that the new campaign would focus on making family planning supplies easily accessible to the people. He reiterated the government's commitment to improving the health sector and ensuring the good health of the nation. The minister stated that various types of equipment had been left unused and allowed to deteriorate, resulting in significant challenges for the current administration.
Public and Political Presence
During his visit to the Haimchar Upazila Health Complex, Sakhawat was joined by Sheikh Farid Ahmed Manik MP, District Parishad Administrator and District BNP General Secretary Advocate Salim Ullah Selim, Haimchar Upazila Nirbahi Officer Amit Ray, and Haimchar Upazila Health Officer Dr. Mahmudunnabi Masum. Their presence underscores the seriousness of the issues identified during the inspection.
