Veteran scriptwriter receives medical aid
VETERAN scriptwriter U Chit Than Myint
has received a donation of K100,000 from Dr Aung Moe through the Myanmar
Motion Pictures Organization (MMPO) for his medical treatment, according to
MMPO Vice-Chair U Aye Kyu Lay.
U Chit Than Myint, aged 96, resides in
Thanlyin Township, Yangon Region, and is currently undergoing medical treatment
for age-related illnesses.
Speaking about the donation, U Aye Kyu
Lay stated, “Dr Aung Moe donated K100,000 through our organization to support
U Chit Than Myint’s medical expenses. We delivered the donation to him. He
fell while standing up after saying his prayers, injuring his back. Since then,
he has been unable to sit or walk and is receiving treatment at home.”
In addition to the K100,000 from the
MMPO, the Myanmar Scriptwriters’ Welfare Association has also contributed
K50,000 to assist with his treatment.
U Chit Than Myint is a renowned
scriptwriter and author of numerous scripts and short stories. In 1995, during
the Myanmar Motion Pictures Diamond Jubilee, he served as the Chairman of the
Myanmar Film History Compilation Committee. He also contributed to the
publication of the books – History of Myanmar Cinema (Silver Jubilee) and
History of Myanmar Cinema (Golden Jubilee). — ASH/MKKS
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