UK calls for democratic, inclusive future for BD

British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke has said her visit to the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (NITOR) with Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum on Wednesday was 'another reminder' of the horrific violence that happened during the July-August protests, reports UNB.

"The UK recognises the bravery of the young Bangladeshi people while calling for a democratic and inclusive future for Bangladesh," said the High Commissioner.

"Speaking to the patients I met, it was clear that the UK Emergency Medical Team has provided much-needed specialised treatment working together with the hospital team," she added.

The British envoy visited the NITOR, where the UK Emergency Medical Team is providing medical treatment to students injured during the protests. The highly experienced team has consulted dozens of injured students, starting from November 5.

The team members are also carrying out two to three complex surgeries every day and providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation support.