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RAJSHAHI, April 7, 2026 (BSS) - World Health Day was observed in Rajshahi with the theme "Together for health. Stand with science." 

On this occasion, a colorful rally was brought out on Tuesday morning from in front of the Civil Surgeon's Office. 

Later, a discussion meeting was held in the conference room of the Civil Surgeon's Office, where speakers emphasized strengthening science-based initiatives in healthcare.

The chief guest at the discussion was Rajshahi Civil Surgeon Dr. S. I. M. Raziul Karim. He stated that there is no alternative to scientific healthcare services, the use of modern technology, and raising public awareness to ensure good health for people. 

He added that the healthcare system must be made more science-oriented to ensure preventive measures, timely disease detection, and effective treatment. 

The event was organized by the Civil Surgeon's Office, Rajshahi, with support from BRAC, BHP, DASCOH, Tilottoma Women's Voluntary Organization, RIC, Dhaka Ahsania Mission, FPAB, Diner Alo, Bachar Asha, Prochesta Welfare Organization, SWN, Damien Foundation, AHF, and APOS Rajshahi. 

The discussion was moderated by Medical Officer of the Civil Surgeon's Office Dr. S. M. Bayezid Ul Islam, and featured speeches from Additional Deputy Commissioner Belayet Hossain, Additional Superintendent of Police Shariful Islam, Additional Deputy Police Commissioner Nasid Farhad, and WHO representative Dr. Mahiuddin Sharif. 

Also present were Medical Officers Dr. Nasrin Akter and Dr. Tamanna Kabir of the Civil Surgeon's Office, BRAC District Coordinator Mohsin Ali, Assistant District Coordinator Farzana Parvin, BRAC Health Program Area Manager Md. Masudur Rahman, Program Officer Rezaul Karim, President of Diner Alo Hijra Association Mohona, APOS Program Manager S. M. Abdullah Al Reza, along with officials from various government and non-government organizations in the district. 

Speakers at the event said that to ensure safe and quality healthcare for all, it is necessary to integrate scientific knowledge, research, and technology at every level of the healthcare system. 

To build a healthy and secure society, the government, the health sector, and non-governmental development organizations must work together.