Health and Family Welfare Minister Samanta Lal Sen announced that a "zero tolerance policy" will be implemented in cases where a child's death results from the negligence of hospital authorities and doctors.
Additionally, he said that supervisory raids on hospitals across the country will commence from February 27.
The health minister said this during a press briefing at the conference room of the health ministry on Sunday noon.
After the meeting, he addressed reporters, emphasizing his commitment to a zero tolerance policy against illegal hospitals and clinics.
He affirmed that only qualified individuals would be permitted to work in these facilities.
Highlighting the collective responsibility in curbing illegal clinics, he said: "Everyone will have a role to play here. Parliamentarians also have to work here. If everyone can carry out the operation as a whole, then it is possible."
He expressed the need for collective efforts to address the issue effectively.
In response to the closure of 1,027 illegal clinics, the health minister stressed the importance of monitoring these institutions, ensuring they adhere to regulations, and verifying whether activities continue inside after closure.
The health minister announced the initiation of operations to monitor hospital management, scheduled to begin on February 27.
He emphasized that a zero tolerance policy would be followed if any child dies due to the negligence of hospitals and doctors.
Health Service Division Secretary Md Jahangir Alam explained the challenges faced in implementing mobile courts in districts and upazilas, stressing the need for police and magistrate support.
He reiterated that the government supports private medical businesses but emphasized the importance of maintaining quality, equipment, and necessary medical facilities. The aim is to strengthen private healthcare services while ensuring accountability and standards.