Bangladesh, Aug. 7 -- The Bangladesh Institute of Planners (BIP) has called for coordinated action by health, urban planning and local government authorities to create child-friendly environments, saying the recent measles outbreak highlights the urgent need to integrate children's health into urban and regional planning.History
The planners' body said protecting children requires more than medical treatment, stressing that safe and well-planned neighbourhoods are equally vital for their wellbeing.
In a press release issued on Thursday, BIP said ensuring healthcare for children is a basic civic right, but it must be complemented by safe living environments and properly planned urban and rural settlements.
The organisation, which represen...