DHAKA, Oct 13, 2025 (BSS)– Acting Chairman of BNP Tarique Rahman has extended support to the minor girl who was a victim of a heinous 'attempt to rape' incident in Shariatpur. A delegation from the BNP's Health Support Cell for Oppressed Women and Children visited the victim’s home in Saikhya village under Gosairhat upazila of Shariatpur today as per the instructions of Tarique Rahman. During the visit, BNP Health Affairs Secretary Dr Md Rafiqul Islam, who is also the central coordinator of the Health Support Cell, spoke virtually with the child’s family.  He inquired about the overall situation and assured the family of continued support. Financial assistance was handed over to the family on behalf of the BNP Acting Chairman and the delegation pledged to provide all necessary legal and healthcare assistance in the days ahead. Earlier, on the night of October 4, a three-and-a-half-year-old child sustained serious injuries in an 'attempted rape incident' allegedly carried out by Miraj, son of Bachchu Mia of the same area.  The victim was later rescued and admitted to Shariatpur Sadar Hospital for urgent treatment. Members of BNP's Health Support Cell for Oppressed Women and Children provided medical assistance to the victim during her stay at the hospital. Meanwhile, the accused Miraj has been arrested and handed over to law enforcement authorities.   

CHATTOGRAM, Oct 13, 2025 (BSS) – The Bangladesh Navy has launched a three-day-long free dental and medical campaign in Pekua upazila of Cox’s Bazar as part of its continued efforts to ensure healthcare services for the people living in coastal, remote and island areas. The campaign began today (Monday) on the premises of Purba Magnama Government Primary School under the management of Commander Chattogram Naval Area and the supervision of Commander Submarine, said an ISPR press release said. The medical camp will continue until October 15, 2025. During the campaign, specialist dental surgeons from the Bangladesh Navy are providing free dental check-ups and treatment to local underprivileged and general people.  In addition to diagnosing and treating various dental conditions, awareness is being raised regarding proper oral hygiene and care. Another medical team from the Navy is offering general health services to patients suffering from other illnesses.  Essential medicines are also being distributed free of cost to all patients receiving treatment at the camp. A large number of people from Pekua and adjacent areas are attending the camp to receive dental and general medical services.  Alongside treating common ailments, the camp is also attending to patients suffering from more complex health conditions. The Bangladesh Navy remains committed to serving the people and will continue such welfare activities in the future as part of its ongoing mission to improve public health at the grassroots level.