The government has also introduced a 50% metro rail fare concession for persons with disabilities and is working to introduce a similar concession on the railway, he mentioned.
State Minister for Health Dr MA Muhit speaks at a discussion marking World Cerebral Palsy Day at the CSF Centre in Shahjadpur, Sirajganj, on 7 November. Photo: TBS
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State Minister for Health Dr MA Muhit speaks at a discussion marking World Cerebral Palsy Day at the CSF Centre in Shahjadpur, Sirajganj, on 7 November. Photo: TBS
The government has approved a pilot project in 22 upazilas to protect the rights of persons with disabilities and ensure their access to healthcare, State Minister for Health Dr MA Muhit said today (7 November).
Speaking at a discussion marking World Cerebral Palsy Day at the CSF Centre in Shahjadpur, Sirajganj, he said the government will gradually expand the initiative nationwide following Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s directive.
He said the government has formed two national committees to address discrimination and protect the rights of persons with disabilities.
Around 4 million people currently receive disability allowances, Muhit added.
The government has also introduced a 50% metro rail fare concession for persons with disabilities and is working to introduce a similar concession on the railway, he mentioned.
“Persons with disabilities do not seek pity or compassion; they seek equal citizenship rights,” he said.
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