LONDON: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will undergo open-heart surgery in a London hospital today (Tuesday).
The world renowned surgeons will perform the surgery. Sources said that PM Nawaz surgery will start at 12:00 noon PST. The premier will remain in intensive care unit (ICU) for 24 hours after his surgery after which he will be moved to a hospital room where he will stay for two weeks.
The Prime minister’s spokesman Musaddiq Malik said decision of PM Nawaz’s return to country will be made after consultation with his doctors.
On the other hand, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar will look after the government affairs in PM’s absence.
Meanwhile, PM’s grandson and other family members have thanked nation for extending well wishes and prayers ahead of Nawaz Sharif surgery.