Noted Malayalam author MT Vasudevan Nair in critical condition

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Noted Malayalam author, screenwriter, and lyricist M.T. Vasudevan Nair remains in critical condition at a private hospital in Kozhikode.

The information was conveyed through a medical bulletin released by the hospital where the celebrated writer is undergoing treatment following breathing difficulties and cardiac complications. The bulletin noted no change in his condition since Friday morning.

The 91-year-old Jnanpith awardee has been receiving treatment at the Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode for five days. He is under the observation of a team of specialist doctors at the Intensive Care Unit.

Kerala Forest Minister A.K. Saseendran met the writer's family members at the hospital earlier in the day. Writer and critic K.N. Karassery, a close friend of the writer, said M.T. is conscious but unable to speak or move.