Seven alleged brokers were arrested at Brahmanbaria General Hospital on Wednesday (November 12) during a joint operation by hospital authorities and local administration, following complaints of harassment and illegal extortion of patients. Five of the arrestees were sentenced to seven days of simple imprisonment, while the remaining two were fined.

Details of the Operation

The hospital had long faced allegations of irregularities and forcible collection of money from patients under the guise of medical services. Acting on these complaints, authorities conducted the raid and apprehended members of the broker network. The arrestees are accused of charging patients for assistance with admission procedures, blood collection, ambulance services, and securing beds in various wards.

Verdict and Fines

Among the seven arrested, five were handed a seven-day jail sentence. The other two were released after being fined, although the exact amount of the fine was not immediately disclosed. Hospital authorities stated that surveillance would be intensified to prevent such irregularities in the future.

Reactions and Next Steps

Hospital officials said that such drives will continue to eliminate patient suffering and dismantle broker networks operating within the facility. Local administration has also adopted a firm stance on the matter. Authorities have urged all stakeholders to cooperate in ensuring safe and transparent medical services for patients.