Amid the ongoing tensions in India-Bangladesh relations, a positive gesture has emerged from Kolkata. Indian hospitals have extended a warm welcome to Bangladeshi nationals seeking medical treatment.
Behala Balananda Brahmachari Hospital and Research Centre in Kolkata announced a 10% discount on medical services for Bangladeshi patients who will visit legally for treatment.
The announcement was made on today during a press conference by the hospital superintendent, Dr. Sushanta Sengupta and the trust secretary, Deepak Sarkar.
Addressing the previous talks about boycotting Bangladeshi patients, they clarified: “Why should patients seeking medical services be denied treatment? From a humanitarian perspective and as a doctor, it’s our duty not to turn away any patient in need.”
The hospital authorities also said that the current economic situation in Bangladesh has left many people financially strained. Among the 2% of their patients who are from Bangladesh faces financial difficulties. Considering the plight of the patients and their families, the hospital decided to offer this compassionate 10% discount.
The discount is not limited to a specific timeframe but has been announced for an indefinite period, ensuring long-term support for Bangladeshi patients.
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