TL;DR:
- Mohammad Kajol Mia, critically injured during the mass uprising, was flown to Thailand’s Vejthani Hospital for advanced treatment on November 18.
- The air ambulance cost Tk64 lakh, with an initial Tk10 lakh allocated for his treatment by the interim government.
- Another injured individual is set to be transferred abroad soon, and 20-25 more are expected to follow, including seven patients heading to Turkey.
- International doctors from the UK, France, and Nepal have assisted in treating the injured, with positive feedback on Bangladesh’s healthcare efforts.
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Mohammad Kajol Mia, a student critically injured during the recent mass uprising, has been sent to Thailand for advanced medical treatment. The interim government arranged for his transfer to Vejthani Hospital in Bangkok, where he is expected to receive specialized care.
Kajol departed from Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport early on Monday, November 18, at 1:30 AM via air ambulance. The cost of the air ambulance alone was reported at Tk64 lakh, according to Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum, who was present at the airport to oversee his departure. Speaking to reporters, she stated that an initial allocation of Tk10 lakh had been made for his treatment, with further funds to be provided if necessary after an assessment.
“We are committed to ensuring that Kajol and others injured during the uprising receive the best possible care,” Nurjahan Begum remarked. She also revealed that another injured individual currently receiving treatment at the National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital is expected to be transferred abroad within the next two days.
The interim government has already sent five injured individuals overseas for treatment and plans to send an additional 20-25 patients. Among them, seven individuals—three with eye injuries and four orthopedic patients—are slated to receive treatment in Turkey. Discussions with Turkish authorities regarding their care are ongoing.
Nurjahan Begum further highlighted that doctors from countries such as France, Nepal, and the UK have been involved in treating those injured during the uprising. A recent team of British medical professionals examined 93 patients and performed surgeries on 18 of them. “The international medical teams have expressed satisfaction with the quality of care provided in Bangladesh,” she noted.
Kajol Mia’s injury occurred during the July-August mass uprising, a period marked by significant unrest as students and citizens protested against discrimination and called for governmental reforms. The interim government, led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, has prioritized medical support for those injured in these events. In coordination with foreign governments and medical experts, efforts are being made to ensure that critically injured individuals receive advanced treatment abroad when necessary.
Also present at the airport were Health Director General Professor Dr. Md Abu Jafar and National Institute of Neurosciences Director Professor Dr. Din Mohammad.
As Bangladesh continues its efforts to support those affected by the unrest, international cooperation remains a key element in providing advanced medical care for the most severely injured.
Source: TBS News
