SMC Launches Two-Day Deworming Campaign in Rajshahi

November :
SMC organized a two-day nationwide deworming campaign on 15–16 November 2026 to raise awareness about worm infections and their prevention, and to promote regular deworming practices for healthier, worm-free families. The inaugural event took place on November 15, 2026 at the premises of Mr. Razdul Islam, near the Krishi Club in Namazgram Purba Para, Baneshwar Union, Puthia Upazila, Rajshahi, with the participation of more than a hundred women, children and adolescents.

The two-day campaign was formally inaugurated by Mr. Siddiqur Rahman Choudhury, Director of the Boards of SMC and SMC Enterprise Limited (SMC EL) and former Finance Secretary to the Government of Bangladesh, and Mr. Toslim Uddin Khan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SMC. Senior officials from SMC’s Head Office, regional offices and field operations were also present at the inaugural event.

As part of the initiative, approximately 22,000 Blue Star, Green Star and Gold Star providers under SMC’s Star Network, along with field teams and other service providers, worked nationwide to raise awareness about worm infections and their prevention. They counselled people on the importance of taking SMC-branded deworming tablet, ‘Vermicid’ (Albendazole 400 mg), and distributed the tablets among the women, children and adolescents. Families were also encouraged to take deworming tablet every six months to ensure healthier, worm-free households.

During the event, Mr. Siddiqur Rahman Chowdhury said, “In Bangladesh, alongside government initiatives, the private sector has an important role to play in preventing worm infections. We have made significant progress through the national deworming program. We must continue regular deworming medication, maintain proper hygiene practices, and strengthen awareness at the grassroots level to sustain this achievement. We are hopeful that SMC, through its extensive Star Network, will play a vital role in raising public awareness about deworming, complementing the government’s initiatives.

Mr. Toslim Uddin Khan added, “Significant progress has been made in preventing worm infections in Bangladesh through various initiatives undertaken by both the government and the private sector. However, many people still remain at risk of worm infections, emphasizing the need for continued awareness and preventive measures. Worm infections can adversely affect children’s nutrition, physical growth, and mental development. Prolonged infections may also lead to anemia, malnutrition, and physical weakness. Therefore, alongside regular deworming medication, it is essential to maintain personal hygiene, ensure safe drinking water, and practice proper sanitation. SMC has been actively conducting nationwide awareness activities to achieve these objectives.”
D. Mizanur Rahman, Strategic Research Consultant, SMC; Mr. Chandra Nath Mandal, General Manager, Sales, SMC EL; Mr. Md. Moshiur Rahman, General Manager, Program Implementation, SMC; Mr. Mohammad Mohiuddin Ahmed, Additional General Manager, Program Marketing and Behavior Change Communication (BCC), SMC; and Mr. Rezaul Haque, Deputy General Manager, Field Operations, along with other senior officials, attended the event.
SMC will continue such initiatives in the future to improve public health and promote healthier, worm-free families as a complementary effort to government initiatives.

-Press Release