Dhaka: BNP leaders and activists and commoners visited the grave of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia today to pay homage to her. Since this morning, BNP leaders, activists and people from all walks of life came to pay homage to the grave of Begum Zia.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Rangpur BNP activist Rafiqul Islam and Narayanganj Jubo Dal activist Sohel Ahmed, who came to pay homage to Begum Khaleda Zia, expressed that they came to pay their respects to their beloved leader and pray for the forgiveness of her soul. They recited the Holy Quran and offered prayers, reporting a sense of peace and satisfaction after their visit. Many BNP leaders, activists, and commoners echoed these sentiments.
Md Arman of the capital’s Rampura Thana Jubo Dal stated, “I have come here with my relatives. There are also other leaders and activists.” He shared that visiting the grave brings him mental peace and a renewed commitment to contribute to building a prosperous Bangladesh by advancing the political struggle of the leader.
At the site, the Jatiya Ulema Party was engaged in reciting the Quran in the mazar area. Security personnel reported a higher presence of leaders, activists, and commoners than usual, attributing it to the weekly holiday.
Begum Khaleda Zia passed away on December 30 at the capital’s Evercare Hospital while undergoing treatment. Her namaz-e-janaza was held the following day at the south plaza of Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban and Manik Mia Avenue. She was laid to rest next to her husband, Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman.