India-Bangladesh tensions impede patient access to medical care

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1 year ago

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Due to **increased tensions** following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina, India has **drastically reduced** visa operations in Bangladesh.
Thousands of Bangladeshi patients, like **Khadiza Khatun**, are unable to secure necessary medical visas for treatments not available in their country.
**Visa processing** has plummeted from over 7,000 daily slots to about **500**, seriously impacting healthcare access for patients.
The reduction in Bangladeshi patients has led to an **80% decline** in India's medical tourism sector, crucial for its economy.
Despite **diplomatic discussions** to ease visa restrictions, **no improvements** have occurred, leaving many in healthcare limbo.

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