RAJSHAHI, Aug 19, 2018 (BSS)-A total of 10 patients suffering from various
chronic diseases like kidney complaint, liver cirrhosis, heart ailment,
cancer and paralysis caused by stroke received financial support worth around
Taka five lakh here on Saturday.
Department of Social Services (DSS) provided the support. Deputy Director
Office of DSS organized the cheque distribution programme in the conference
hall of deputy commissioner (DC).
On the occasion, some other students and affected persons got financial
support for treatment and education from National Social Welfare Council.
Fazley Hossain Badsha, MP, deputy director of DSS Rashedul Kabir and its
Assistant Director Dr Abdullah Al Firoj were present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, lawmaker Badsha said the present government has
taken many steps for the welfare of patients to help them pass their days
without difficulties.
“Considering their vulnerable condition, the government has launched
welfare programme,” he said.
The beneficiaries have been getting their allowance timely through their
own bank accounts.