Dhaka, Aug. 31 -- Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum today inaugurated the country's first robotic rehabilitation centre, established at the Super Specialized Hospital of Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) in Shahbagh here, marking a new era in the rehabilitation of patients with paralysis and long-term neurological conditions.

The centre has been set up with a grant from the Chinese government, which authorities regard as a significant contribution to Bangladesh's healthcare sector.

Chief Adviser's Special Assistant Professor Dr Md Sayedur Rahman, Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen and Health Services division secretary Md Saidur Rahman were present as special guests.

BMU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Shahinul Alam presided over the ...