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Begum Khaleda Zia, former Prime Minister Bangladesh and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson died today morning after a prolonged illness. She was 80.
She is survived by her elder son, BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman, daughter-in-law, Zubaida Rahman, and their daughter Zaima Rahman.
According to a statement issued by the BNP, Khaleda Zia passed away at around 6 am at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka, where she had been undergoing treatment for more than a month.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the passing of former Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka.
In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said, ”
Deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka.
Deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka.
Our sincerest condolences to her family and all the people of Bangladesh. May the Almighty grant her family the fortitude to bear this tragic loss.
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 30, 2025
Party leaders and supporters expressed deep grief over her death, remembering her as a towering political figure who played a defining role in Bangladesh’s modern political history. “We pray for the forgiveness of her soul and request everyone to offer prayers for her departed soul,” the BNP added.
Khaleda Zia had been admitted to the private hospital on November 23 after developing serious complications related to her heart and lungs. Bangladeshi media reports said she was also suffering from pneumonia during her final weeks. She had remained under close medical supervision for 36 days, with her condition described as fragile.
