Awami League MP Aslamul Hoque passes away

Aslamul Hoque, an Awami League lawmaker from Dhaka-14, died at Square Hospitals today. He was 61.

Aslamul Hoque, an Awami League lawmaker from Dhaka-14, died at Square Hospitals today. He was 61.

While delivering her speech in the parliament, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina informed the House that Aslamul -- a three-time lawmaker -- died after suffering a brain stroke.

The premier expressed deep shock at the demise of Aslamul and prayed for the salvation of the departed soul.