Commission formed to probe measles vaccine delays

The government has formed a three-member commission to investigate delays, irregularities and administrative failures in measles vaccine procurement and distribution during the interim government.

The decision was announced in a Cabinet Division notification on Wednesday (November 4).

Former High Court Division judge Mamnoon Rahman will head the commission. Its other members are BCPS President Prof Dr Moudud Hossain Alamgir and Health Services Division Additional Secretary A N M Moinul Islam.

The commission will examine accountability for the period from August 8, 2024, to February 17, 2026, and submit its report within 60 working days.

It will also recommend measures to prevent similar incidents and has the authority to summon and question relevant individuals.

-AJM