Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said her government has reached the healthcare services to the doorsteps of the people, reports BSS.

"We have reached healthcare services to the common people," she said while witnessing a presentation on the health sector transformation to ensure universal healthcare for all at her official Ganabhaban residence.

PM's Deputy Press Secretary KM Shakhawat Moon briefed journalists about the event.

After witnessing presentation, the Prime Minister gave necessary directives to pursue the universal healthcare programme for all.

She also stressed the need for further development of the country's health sector.

The premier asked the authorities concerned to purchase medical equipment for public hospitals on the basis of real needs alongside maintaining cautiousness in purchasing medical equipment.

“Proper usage of the medical equipment has to be ensured,” she said.

The Prime Minister also highlighted Bangabandhu's groundbreaking steps to advance the health sector after the country's independence by giving the highest importance to ensure health services for all.

Bd-pratidin English/Tanvir Raihan