Bangladesh, Nov. 5 -- Most private clinics, hospitals and diagnostic centres in Kaliganj, Gazipur, are operating without renewed licences and environmental clearance, raising concerns over patient safety and the quality of healthcare services.

According to the Upazila Health and Family Planning Officer's office, only four of the 21 registered private healthcare facilities in the upazila had renewed their licences for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Many others are continuing operations with expired licences.

Local residents have raised concerns over inadequate monitoring of these facilities, including the availability of qualified doctors, medical staff, necessary equipment and emergency services.

Several facilities have also faced fines and...