Dhaka: President Abdul Hamid’s younger brother Abdul Hai died of Covid-19 in the early hour on Friday (Thursday night).
Abdul Hai, former public relations deputy director of the national parliament, breathed his last around 1:45 am at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in the capital.
On July 5, Abdul Hai was admitted to the isolation unit of the CMH after been tested positive for coronavirus.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed deep shock and sorrow at the demise of brave freedom fighter Abdul Hai.
In a condolence message, the premier prayed for the salvation of the departed soul of the deceased and conveyed his deepest condolences to the bereaved family members.
