Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar M. Sakhawat Hossain said that Prime Minister Tareq Rahman is focusing on development in various sectors, including healthcare, in continuation of the foundation laid by BNP founder and former President Ziaur Rahman. Hossain made these remarks at a discussion titled 'Contribution of Martyr President Ziaur Rahman to the Modernization of Bangladesh's Health System and Current Context' held at the National Press Club in the capital on Wednesday. The discussion was organized by the Doctors' Association of Bangladesh (DAB) on the occasion of the 45th martyrdom anniversary of Ziaur Rahman.
Sakhawat Hossain mentioned that during Ziaur Rahman's time, a 31-bed hospital was established. Later, Khaleda Zia's government took the initiative to upgrade these to 50 beds. Following this tradition, efforts are currently underway to upgrade various hospitals in the country to 101 beds.
The Health Minister also discussed Ziaur Rahman's role in the Liberation War, stating that without his call, the people of Bangladesh would not have joined the war so quickly. Hossain emphasized the importance of Ziaur Rahman's declaration of independence, which inspired many to join the fight.
Sakhawat Hossain highlighted Ziaur Rahman's establishment of multi-party democracy and allowing Sheikh Hasina to engage in politics, though he noted that she never acknowledged this gratitude. The discussion was attended by Health Deputy Minister M. A. Muhit as a special guest, and DAB Senior Vice President Professor M. Abul Kenan presided over the event.






























