TBT DESK: In a move to provide Sylhet residents with greater access to advanced medical care, Manipal Hospitals, one of India’s largest chain private hospital brand, held informational meeting on 11 April, 2026. The event was held with members and associates of SYLHET IDEAL SOCIETY, one of the prestigious professional communities in Sylhet region.

Vikas Tayer, Group Head, International Healthcare Services, Manipal Hospital, led the session, explaining that the hospital offers a vast range of treatments by its 49 units with 10600+ operational beds in 2 cities at India, positioning it as a leading institution for complex and advanced medical procedures.

He detailed the various financial incentives and medical benefits designed to make world-class healthcare more accessible and affordable for local Sylhety as well as for Bangladeshi citizens seeking treatment abroad.

Sylhet Medicare, the renowned medical tourism consultant firm situated at Rangmahal Tower, Bandarbazar Sylhet, played a crucial role in organizing the event, underscoring the growing collaboration between medical institutions in Bangladesh and India. The partnership is expected to streamline the process for patients from Sylhet who require specialized treatment not readily available locally. The initiative marks a significant step toward strengthening cross-border healthcare cooperation and offering more options for patients in the region. The meeting was conducted by Mr Ram Gopal Bardhan, Chief Manager, International Healthcare Services and Regional Head, SAARC & Mr Sanjay Singha Mahapatra, Hospital Director, Manipal Hospitals (Siliguri & Rangapani), Mr Khalid Hassan, Consultant & Bangladesh Head Manipal Hospital, Redha Moin Reza, Co-Founder of Sylhet Medicare, Chowdhury Noor Tamam, Co-Founder of Sylhet Ideal Society.

The meeting was graced by Club Vice President Mustakim Chowdhury Oni, General Secretary Ziaur Rahman Chowdhury, General Secretary Mahbubur Rahman Chowdhury Babu, President of City Corporation Contractors Association, Masum Iftikhar Rasul Shihab, General Secretary of Sylhet Rod Cement Owners Associaties Zubayer Ahmed, Chowdhury Shumon, Asst Registrar of Shahjalal University Kawsar Ahmed Chowdhury, Shakil Ahmed, Midhat Mishu, Shahidul Haque Suhel and other renowned businessmen of the city and club members.
Manipal Hospital & SYLHET IDEAL SOCIETY formally signed a Memorandum of Intent (MOI) for availing special discount for respected members & their families in treatment at the said hospitals.