Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Sakhawat Hossain Bakul made an unannounced visit to the Palash Upazila Health Complex in Narsingdi on Saturday morning, March 7, 2026. The inspection followed complaints that doctors were not arriving at their workplace on time. During the visit, the minister found that out of 21 doctors assigned to the hospital, five were on leave, and only eight of the remaining sixteen were present. Two of those present arrived after the scheduled time.

Minister Bakul stated that the visit confirmed reports of doctors failing to attend duty on time. He added that disciplinary action would be taken against those absent according to official regulations. The inspection aimed to ensure accountability and improve attendance among medical staff at government health facilities.

The minister’s action highlights ongoing efforts to strengthen discipline and service quality in public healthcare institutions, with further administrative measures expected following the findings of this visit.