News Desk, Bangladesh Global: Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of three-time former prime minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia.
"At the death of Begum Khaleda Zia, the nation has lost a great guardian. I am deeply shocked and saddened by her death," he said in a condolence message this morning. "Due to her uncompromising leadership, the nation was repeatedly freed from undemocratic situations and inspired to reclaim democracy," he added.
The Chief Adviser said that her role in establishing democracy, nurturing a multiparty political culture and safeguarding people’s rights would be remembered with respect. He further added, "Through her firm and uncompromising leadership, the nation repeatedly found inspiration to overcome undemocratic conditions. Her contributions to the country and its people will remain etched in national memory."
He recalled that Begum Khaleda Zia was the first woman Prime Minister of Bangladesh and the Chairperson of the BNP, who led the struggle to restore democracy against autocratic rule. Considering her contributions, her long struggle and the public sentiment for her, the government had declared her a Very Very Important Person of the state earlier this month.
Khaleda Zia had been receiving treatment at the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) of Evercare Hospital in Dhaka’s Bashundhara residential area since 23rd November of this year, following the advice of her medical board after being diagnosed with infections in her heart and lungs. She passed away today morning while undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in the city.
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