Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has emphasized that the active cooperation of doctors is essential to build a stronger and more people-oriented healthcare system in Bangladesh.

He made the remarks while addressing the First Health Cadre Day-2026, organized by the BCS Health Cadre Association at Hotel Sonargaon in Dhaka on Thursday.

The minister said the country still faces a shortage of physicians relative to its population, while government hospitals continue to struggle with inadequate manpower and infrastructure, making it difficult to ensure quality healthcare services.

He stressed that the government and the medical community must work together to make the healthcare sector more effective and accessible.

Highlighting the government’s commitment to reform, Mirza Fakhrul said efforts are underway to eliminate long-standing irregularities in the health sector and establish a modern, people-friendly healthcare system. He urged doctors serving at district and sub-district levels to remain at their designated workplaces and ensure healthcare services reach the people.

The minister also underscored the importance of providing a safe working environment for physicians, assuring that the government would give due consideration to their legitimate demands.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the healthcare sector and pledged continued support in addressing the challenges faced by medical professionals.