BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Wednesday called upon Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus to take steps to ensure the best possible treatment for legendary Lalon singer Farida Parveen as her health condition has deteriorated.
"Farida Parveen is a unique figure in Lalon music and one of the most beloved singers in Bangladesh. She has had a strong influence in the music world for many years and has maintained her position with dignity,” he said.
The BNP leader made the remarks while talking to reporters after visiting the ailing singer at Universal Medical College and Hospital (Ayesha Memorial Hospital) in Mohakhali area.
The noted 70-year-old singer has been receiving treatment in the ICU of the hospital since July 5.
Fakhrul said the singer is now in critical condition, mainly due to kidney problems and other complications.
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“The hospital authorities and doctors are taking good care of her, but her condition remains critical. I appeal to the government to form a special board for the treatment of such a talented and respected singer, who is admired worldwide,” he said.
The BNP leader also urged the government to make all necessary arrangements so that she can receive the best possible treatment, even if that means sending her abroad.
“This is what the nation wants… I appeal to the Chief Adviser to personally take the initiative to ensure she gets the highest possible treatment,” he said.
Farida Parveen has long been suffering from diabetes and various other health issues, along with kidney problems.
During his visit, the BNP Secretary General spoke to the doctors and enquired about her treatment.
He also talked to a member of the singer’s family and handed over financial support on behalf of BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia and Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman.
BNP Media Cell member Shayrul Kabir Khan said Fakhrul spoke by phone with two government advisers—Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and Legal Adviser Asif Nazrul—urging them to take steps for Farida Parveen’s treatment.
BNP’s Cultural Affairs Secretary Ashraf Uddin Uzzal, Assistant Cultural Secretary Saeed Sohrab, and Jasas President Helal Khan and General Secretary Zakir Hossain Rokon were also present.