COLLEAGUES of local government councillor Anil Baliram are rallying around him in prayer and support, describing him as a dedicated public servant who worked tirelessly in the execution of his duties.

Baliram, the local government councillor for Freeport/ Chickland, was hospitalised in a critical condition at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the San Fernando General Hospital (SFGH) after an incident at his home on Sunday morning. Police suspect he had attempted suicide.

Officers of the Couva Police Station received a distress call shortly after 8 a.m., and responded to the Baliram residence in Couva. Chairman of the Couva/ Tabaquite/Talparo Regional Corporation (CTTRC) told the Express yesterday that he and other members of the council have offered their support and encouragement to his wife and family. Rampersad said he returned from abroad on Monday morning and went straight to the hospital, accompanied by several members of the corporation.