Dhaka, Oct 29 (V7N) – A Parliamentary Caucus on Disability Rights has been formed with State Minister for Health and Family Welfare and lawmaker from Sirajganj-6 constituency Dr MA Muhit as its president, aiming to protect the rights of persons with disabilities, enhance parliamentary engagement and strengthen coordination of relevant activities.
The Bangladesh Parliament Secretariat issued a notification in this regard on Wednesday.
The members of the caucus are Mohammed Akteruzzaman (Mymensingh-10), Newaz Halima Arly (reserved women's seat-5), Nilufar Chowdhury Moni (reserved women's seat-10), Nadia Pathan Papon (reserved women's seat-32), Salina Sultana (reserved women's seat-35), Mst Nazmun Nahar (reserved women's seat-40), Tasmia Prodhan (reserved women's seat-47), Mahabuba Hakim (reserved women's seat-48) and Mst Nusrat Tabassum Joty (reserved women's seat-50).
The primary objectives of the caucus are to strengthen legislative and policy initiatives to ensure the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities, oversee the implementation of relevant programmes, ensure inclusive budget allocations and accessibility, and increase the participation of persons with disabilities in education, healthcare, employment and social protection.
The caucus will also monitor the implementation of the National Disability Act and international commitments concerning disability rights. It will work to create opportunities for regular dialogue between members of parliament and persons with disabilities and their organisations.
The Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad will serve as the chief patron of the caucus, while the Deputy Speaker will serve as its patron. The Parliament Secretariat will provide necessary support for conducting the activities of the caucus.
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