Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain spoke as the chief guest at an orientation meeting on the overall activities of the ministry held at its conference room today. Photo: PIDDHAKA, Feb 19, 2026 (BSS) - Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain today announced that the government will conduct on-site monitoring at hospitals to ensure that doctors are providing proper and timely services to patients. Reaffirming the government's commitment to ensuring quality healthcare services across the country, the minister said, "We want to guarantee the highest standard of services in hospitals." Highlighting the importance of inclusive healthcare, the minister said the Prime Minister has directed that services be ensured equally for all citizens, regardless of political affiliation. Saidur Rahman and was attended, among others, by Director General of the Directorate General of Health Services Prof. Dr. Md.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 19, 2026 14:20 UTC