"There is no lack of equipment to treat our patients. But we have to ensure that all the medical equipment are properly used," he said at the inaugural ceremony of the 61st founding anniversary of Dhaka Medical College (DMC) at its auditorium.

"Equipment worth Tk 120 crore at Bogra Medical College have almost gone out of order. We have taken initiative to keep them in good condition," he said adding that steps would also be taken to maintain good condition of equipment in all other medical colleges and hospitals.

The adviser also listed a number of measures taken by the government to improve the healthcare services.

Speaking as the chief guest, Dr Matiur, an alumnus of DMC, said, "I have come here today as a former student of this institution, not as an adviser to the government."

"I was a student here. I also taught here. Either it is the art of conversation or public speaking, I learnt everything from this college."

At the programme, the adviser conducted an oath taking ceremony for fresh DMC graduates.

Speaking at the programme, Principal of the college Prof MA Faiz called on the graduates to devote themselves to ensuring better healthcare services for common people.

Former and present students gathered on the college premises to celebrate the founding anniversary amid festivity and enthusiasm. The day offered a unique opportunity to hundreds of former students to meet each other after a long time.