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Bangladesh's Health Minister, Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain, asserted that the government's show-cause notice to Ad-din Medical College Hospital was issued in strict adherence to relevant laws and regulations. The hospital faces allegations of negligence following the deaths of six newborns on May 27.

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We are thoroughly examining the legal provisions, the regulations governing hospital establishment and all relevant laws. Based on our observations, we are moving forward firmly and in compliance with the law.

The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) submitted a probe report on Thursday, accusing the hospital authorities of negligence and other lapses. Consequently, the DGHS issued a show-cause notice, demanding an explanation as to why the hospital's license should not be revoked. The hospital is required to submit its response by 5:00 PM on Sunday.

However, Shishir Manir, a lawyer representing the victims' families, challenged the legality of the show-cause notice, stating it did not align with the relevant laws. He indicated that the hospital would pursue legal avenues and seek a hearing with the DGHS.

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The show-cause notice was not in line with the relevant law.

Minister Husain reiterated that the notice was legally sound and assured that necessary action would be taken based on the hospital's response. He also noted that the hospital had been operating for three years without fire safety approval, and relevant authorities would take legal action accordingly. The minister added that the deaths of the six babies constituted an offense, and the hospital had committed wrongdoing, regardless of any press conferences by victim family members alongside hospital representatives.

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An offense has occurred, and six babies have died. A case has been filed, and we are the authority responsible for issuing hospital licences. The hospital has committed wrongdoing.