Anwar Zahid passes away

Veteran journalist and former information minister Anwar Zahid passed away at a city hospital last night at the age of 73.
Anwar Zahid had been suffering from kidney problems and diabetes. He was admitted to United Hospital on August 6. As his condition deteriorated, he was kept on life support.
Zahid served in different dailies and held key positions.
Also known as a left politician, Anwar Zahid was information minister during Ershad's rule.