Khaleda Zia Laid to Rest Beside Her Husband with State Honours
Bringing an end to a long chapter of Bangladesh’s political history, former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia has been laid to eternal rest beside her husband. She was buried with state honours next to the grave of BNP founder and former President Ziaur Rahman at Chandrima Udyan in the capital.
Janaza at Parliament South Plaza, Three-Day State Mourning & BNP Seven-Day Program
The government has declared three days of state mourning following the death of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. In addition, a one-day general holiday has been announced on Wednesday, the day of her funeral prayer (janaza).
Sheikh Hasina Expresses Deep Condolences over the Death of Former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia
Former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia’s long-time political rival and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina has expressed deep sorrow at her passing.
Former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia is no more.
The country’s first female Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia has passed away. She was 79 years old.
Air Ambulance Meant to Take Khaleda Zia Will Not Be Coming
The air ambulance scheduled to transport BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia to London will not be arriving in Dhaka on Tuesday (9 December).
Khaleda Zia’s Trip to London Not Happening Before Sunday
Due to a technical glitch in the aircraft, BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia’s departure for London for medical treatment has been pushed back by one day. The special air ambulance sent by the Amir of Qatar to transport her could not arrive in Dhaka at the scheduled time on Friday (5 December).
Modi Expresses Concern Over Khaleda Zia’s Illness, Assures Assistance
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating health condition of Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. He has also stated that India is ready to provide any kind of assistance if needed.
No Government Restrictions on Tarique Rahman’s Return to Bangladesh
Shafiqul Alam, Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser, has commented that the government has no restrictions or objections regarding Tarique Rahman’s return to the country.
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