As unbelievable and shocking as it may be, it is indeed true. Pak Rustam has left all of us today, Innalillah…
His easygoing smile and trademark wit is still alive in my memory, as fresh as a morning dew. There he was on Nomination Day, holding my banner with every intention of stealing it away as soon as the day ended -far from it being polling day!

He left us, left me too soon. A great intellect, who continues to challenge all younglings with sarcasm meant to provoke critical thinking and challenge conventional wisdom.
Allah Bless His Soul, and Bless us too with more sincere, talented, and wonderful beings like Pak Rustam. My heartfelt condolences to Aunty Rohani, Ariani, Azrani and the rest of the family. May Allah provide you all with much strength at this time.

Shahrir, Izzah, and little Safiyah

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