When Talented People Become Humane, Society Benefits the Most: DC Jahid

Published : Tuesday, 12 May, 2026 at 9:23 PM Count : 69

Chattogram Deputy Commissioner Jahidul Islam Miah has said that when talented people become humane, society and the state benefit the most. He emphasized that a healthy society can never be built with unhealthy people, and that the compassionate service of doctors and nurses plays a vital role in building a healthy and beautiful society.

He made these remarks while addressing as the chief guest at the orientation and capping ceremony for newly admitted students of the 2025–2026 academic session at the Nursing Institute and Nursing College of Chattogram Maa-O-Shishu Hospital on the occasion of International Nurses Day.

The event was chaired by Dr. Kamrun Nahar Dastagir, Vice President of the hospital’s Executive Committee and Chairman of the Nursing Sub-Committee. Among others who spoke at the program were Executive Committee President Syed Mohammad Morshed Hossain, Vice President Abdul Mannan Rana, Joint General Secretary Md. Jahidul Hasan, Treasurer Principal Dr. Lion Mohammad Sanaullah, Director (Administration) Dr. Md. Nurul Haque, and Deputy Director Mohammad Mosharraf Hossain.

Before the ceremony, the Deputy Commissioner visited different units of the hospital. He spoke with patients at the outpatient and pediatric outpatient departments and provided necessary directions to the physicians concerned. During his visit to the NICU, he asked Head of Department Professor Dr. Wazir Ahmed about the recent increase in the number of child patients. He also visited the PICU, Adult ICU, Cancer Institute, and Autism Unit.

While talking to patients undergoing treatment at the Cancer Institute, the Deputy Commissioner became emotional. During his visit to the Autism Unit, he interacted with children with special needs and remarked that food adulteration, environmental pollution, and genetic changes among parents in the post-COVID era are contributing to the rise in the number of special-needs children.

In his speech, the Deputy Commissioner said, “As the Deputy Commissioner of Chattogram, this is my first visit to this hospital, and I am truly overwhelmed. The perception I had about healthcare services before coming here has completely changed. I am deeply impressed by the beautiful environment, cleanliness, and sincerity shown toward patients.”

He added, “We all want to build a humane Bangladesh where nurses will work as angels of humanity. Human beings may be the best creation, but without humanity, that greatness has no value.”

Describing nursing as a noble and humanitarian profession, he said, “We are human beings, not monsters, not artificial intelligence. We fall ill, and we come to hospitals seeking care. Nurses serve us with smiling faces and help us recover.”

Using metaphors, he further said, “Just as the sun loses its greatness without heat, and the sea loses its greatness without its roar, human beings lose their value as Ashraful Makhluqat if they lack humanity.”

The Deputy Commissioner highlighted that nurses not only provide physical treatment but also help restore patients’ mental strength and courage. A kind gesture or sincere smile from a nurse can play a significant role in a patient’s recovery.

Addressing the newly admitted students, he urged them to uphold the oath they had taken. He said that most people seeking treatment at public and service-oriented hospitals are helpless, and standing beside them is not only a professional responsibility but also a humanitarian duty.

Referring to the growing global demand for nurses, especially in Europe and Japan, he stressed the importance of achieving international-standard skills, ethics, and professionalism.

Expressing concern over the increasing prevalence of kidney disease, autism, and other complex illnesses, he warned that unhealthy food habits, contaminated water, and environmental neglect are contributing to the rise of diseases. He cautioned that if people do not become more aware, hospital beds may become a major part of human life in the future.

He also remarked, “Every person should visit a hospital and a graveyard at least once a month. Only then can we truly understand the meaning and purpose of life.”Concluding his speech, he said, “This country belongs to us. Despite limitations, we must stand beside the people of society. Our true identity will be defined not by our clothing, but by our work.”

Earlier, a colorful rally was organized on the hospital campus to mark International Nurses Day. Later, the newly admitted students took an oath and were formally capped during the ceremony.

FP/MI