229 patients died waiting for ICU at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital in March 2026

During March 2026, a surge in measles and pneumonia cases at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital led to a critical shortage of ICU beds. A total of 229 people, including 91 children, 70 elderly citizens, and 68 adults, died while awaiting intensive care admission. Authorities are responding with emergency measures including ventilator procurement and facility expansion plans.