Chandpur:The government has disbursed Taka 45 lakh in financial aid to 45 underprivileged patients in Chandpur who are battling critical illnesses such as cancer, kidney disease, liver cirrhosis, paralysis, heart disease, leukaemia, and thalassaemia.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, each patient received a cheque for Taka one lakh as part of a medical assistance programme by the Ministry of Social Welfare. The cheques were distributed by Sheikh Farid Ahmed Manik, the lawmaker for the Chandpur-3 constituency, during a programme held at the Deputy Commissioner's conference room on Sunday afternoon.
Sheikh Farid Ahmed Manik highlighted the severe impact of these life-threatening diseases, noting that continued treatment often exceeds the financial capabilities of many families. He emphasized the government's commitment to supporting the underprivileged and stressed that the financial assistance should be used for appropriate medical treatment. Additionally, he encouraged well-off members of society to support those suffering from serious illnesses alongside government efforts.
The event was presided over by Deputy Commissioner Ahmed Ziaur Rahman and conducted by Deputy Director of the District Social Services Office Md. Nazrul Islam. Superintendent of Police Md. Mizanur Rahman also addressed the gathering. Other notable attendees included Additional District Magistrate Ujala Rani Chakma, Civil Surgeon Dr. Mohammad Nur Alam Din, and Chandpur Municipality Administrator Debashish Chowdhury, among others.