Dhaka: The Cultural Affairs Ministry has asked the country’s people not to be misled over the ailment of Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, saying that he is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital in the capital. “At present, Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki is out of danger,” said a press release issued by Senior Information Officer of Cultural Affairs Ministry Mahbubur Rahman Tuhin here today.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the release indicated that the adviser fell sick due to excessive work pressure. The ministry urged people not to be swayed by any information that does not originate from reliable sources. A medical board comprising specialist doctors will convene today at the hospital, and further decisions regarding the adviser’s treatment will be announced after the board meeting.
The cultural affairs adviser suddenly fell ill on Saturday while attending a workshop in Cox’s Bazar. He was later brought to Dhaka for treatment.