Bangladesh’s Health Minister Sardar Md. Shakhawat Hossain informed Parliament that a total of Tk 4,394 crore 8 lakh 25 thousand has been spent so far on purchasing COVID-19 vaccines. He disclosed the figure on Tuesday during a session of the 13th National Parliament in response to a written question from Feni-2 lawmaker Zainal Abedin. The session was presided over by Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed.
According to the minister, a total allocation of Tk 4,685 crore 22 lakh 2 thousand 297 was made from the 2020–21 fiscal year for importing and purchasing vaccines and related equipment. Of this, Tk 30 crore 88 lakh 80 thousand was spent on syringes, Tk 19 crore 57 lakh 3 thousand 354 on transportation, and Tk 99 lakh 78 thousand 980 on syringe shipping and charges.
Responding to a question about possible irregularities in vaccine procurement, the minister stated that no specific complaints or information had been received by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. He added that the government remains committed to ensuring transparency and accountability and will take appropriate action if any irregularities are detected.
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