Since then, the former prime minister has been remembered with love and reverence by thousands of ordinary people, along with party leaders and activists. Even today, on the fifth day since the burial, a large crowd of people is seen to pay their respects at Khaleda Zia's grave. When asked about the BNP's future leadership, he said, "Begum Khaleda Zia harbored no malice or hatred. Shahbuddin said, "I have prayed for former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia in my own way." Begum Khaleda Zia passed away on Tuesday (December 30) at 6:00 AM while undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 04, 2026 13:06 UTC