Mohammed Kajol Mia, a student activist critically injured during an anti-discrimination movement, was airlifted to Vejthani Hospital in Thailand for advanced medical treatment.
He left the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 1:30 am on Monday in an air ambulance. Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum was present at the airport to see him off.
Talking to reporters, Nurjahan Begum said, "The air ambulance alone cost Tk 64 lakh. Initially, we have allocated Tk 10 lakh for treatment. Should further funds be required, we will provide them as necessary."
The Adviser said that another injured individual, currently under care at the National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital, is awaiting transfer abroad. "We expect to send him by tomorrow or the day after. So far, we have sent five individuals abroad for treatment, and arrangements are ongoing to send 20-25 more," she said.
She elaborated on the plans, noting that seven of the injured would be sent to Turkey. "Three of them have sustained eye injuries, while four require orthopaedic treatment. Discussions with the Turkish government are in progress."
Highlighting international collaboration, Nurjahan Begum said, "Doctors from France, Nepal, the UK, and other countries have come to assist in treating the injured. The visiting medical teams have expressed satisfaction with the care provided in Bangladesh. Recently, doctors from the UK examined 93 injured
individuals and performed operations on 18."
Health Directorate Director-General Prof Dr Md Abu Zafar and National Institute of Neurosciences Director Prof. Dr Din Mohammad were also present at the airport.
