The Dhaka Times Desk Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has provided medical assistance to renowned vocalist Shammi Akhtar. He has given assistance of 5 lakh taka to this talented artist for good treatment.
Country's famous singer Shammi Akhtar is suffering from terminal cancer for a long time. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has given assistance of Tk 5 lakh to this talented artist for good treatment. It is said that this response came from the Prime Minister following the application of the Bangladesh Music Organization Coordination Council.
The council made this application a month and a half ago. General Secretary of the organization Biswajit Jit Roy and vice president 'Ekushey Padak' awardee folk music artist Mahmud Salim Shilpi handed over the Prime Minister's check.
General Secretary Biswajit Roy said that the physical condition of this talented artist is critical. It is necessary to take him abroad as soon as possible. His family is almost destitute to meet the medical expenses. Her only son and husband, a retired radio officer, are undergoing treatment.
Akramul Haque, husband of artist Shammi Akhtar, said, We are grateful to the Prime Minister. Continuing to try ourselves. If the country feels its medical responsibility, there is nothing to say but gratitude. We are also honored.
Cancer-stricken artist Shammi Akhtar returned home after spending 11 days in hospital. He is suffering from cancer for the last 5 years. Recently his physical condition has further deteriorated.
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