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Friday, April 24, 2026
By Muslim Network TV
DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — A new partnership between Bangladesh’s Rhythm Group and India’s Manipal Hospitals is set to expand cross-border healthcare access, highlighting how medical travel is becoming a key pillar in Bangladesh–India relations.
The agreement, signed in Dhaka on Thursday, aims to streamline the movement of Bangladeshi patients seeking advanced treatment in India — a long-standing trend driven by gaps in specialized care and shorter waiting times across the border.
India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Kumar Verma, who attended the signing ceremony, described the initiative as part of a growing “people-centric partnership” between the two countries, pointing to healthcare as an increasingly important area of bilateral cooperation.
For years, India has been one of the top destinations for Bangladeshi medical travelers, with thousands crossing the border annually for procedures ranging from cardiac care to oncology. Analysts note that such partnerships formalize an already robust flow of patients while improving coordination, transparency, and logistics.
Under the deal, patients will receive end-to-end support — from initial medical consultations and hospital selection to visa facilitation and travel arrangements. The collaboration combines Bangladesh-based logistics networks with India’s large hospital infrastructure, aiming to reduce barriers that often complicate overseas treatment.
Officials involved in the agreement said the initiative would also introduce digital consultations, allowing Bangladeshi patients to connect with Indian specialists remotely before traveling. This is expected to cut costs and improve decision-making for patients who typically rely on informal referrals or intermediaries.
Beyond immediate patient services, both sides indicated longer-term ambitions to deepen healthcare integration. Plans are underway to explore a joint-venture hospital in Bangladesh, which could help transfer expertise and reduce outbound medical dependency over time.
The agreement underscores how healthcare is emerging as both a commercial sector and a diplomatic bridge between Bangladesh and India — where private investment is increasingly shaping cross-border ties once dominated by government-led initiatives.
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