At least 14 out of 15 private diagnostic centers in Jhikargacha upazila of Jashore are operating without valid documentation, according to findings presented at a recent upazila law and order committee meeting. The report revealed that patients have suffered from incorrect and improper treatments at these unlicensed facilities, with allegations that around six mothers died during childbirth over the past year. Local Member of Parliament Dr. Mosleh Uddin Farid and other committee members expressed dissatisfaction over the situation.

The expired or unrenewed centers include Janani Pathology and Diagnostic Center, SS Diagnostic Center and Clinic, Fatema Clinic and Diagnostic Center, Jhikargacha Private Clinic and Diagnostic Center, SK Clinic and Diagnostic Center, Majeda Diagnostic Center, and several others. Upazila Sanitary Inspector Abdul Matin said the centers have been instructed to renew their licenses promptly. Upazila Health Officer Dr. Abdul Rashid stated that his office cannot take legal action but has requested the upazila administration to intervene.

Jashore Civil Surgeon Dr. Masud Rana confirmed that all centers were notified to renew their licenses within one month, warning that legal measures will follow if they fail to comply.