Dhaka, Sept. 2 -- The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has ordered all privately-run medical facilities across the country to mention their licence details on their signboards amid a crackdown on unregistered institutions.

In an order issued on Thursday, the health directorate warned that punitive measures will be taken against those who fail to comply with the directive, reports UNB.

"All private hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centres and blood banks must mention the licence number along with its date of expiry on their signboards. If necessary, they should display it with a QR code. Otherwise, they will face legal consequences."

The move aims to ensure proper services for patients at medical facilities and bring transpar...