Facing criticism over a fake COVID-19 test report scam involving Regent and JKG Health Care, the directorate issued a statement on Saturday, defending Azad. The directorate said Azad did not know Regent Chairman Mohammad Shahed before the signing of deal on orders from the “high-up” at the health ministry. Kabir did not specify any person but referred to the health ministry as a whole saying the ministry is the higher authority over the directorate. The directorate also said Uttara and Mirpur branches of the hospital appeared suitable for COVID-19 treatment in inspections but it did not get its licence renewed. It said the decision to sign the deal aimed to inspire other private hospitals and clinics to step forward for COVID-19 treatment.

Source: bd News24 July 12, 2020 16:18 UTC