Lahore (NUT-DESK)
Sindh Government has released funds to be paid to celebrated comedian Umer Sharif for his treatment abroad besides also making arrangements for his air travel. According to a notification issued by the provincial finance department, the Sindh government has released funds of Rs40 million for the ailing comedian.
The government also arranged an air ambulance for Umer Sharif so that he could be transported abroad for his medical treatment.
Previously, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry said the federal government has formed a medical board for the treatment of celebrated comedian Umer Sharif.
Fawad Chaudhry and Sindh Governor Imran Ismail today visited a local hospital in Karachi to inquire after the health of the legendary comedian.
