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Khaleda Zia to return home by air ambulance: Mirza Fakhrul

BNP chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia will return home from London on Monday on a special air ambulance provided by the Emir of Qatar. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir gave the information at a press conference in Gulshan on Saturday night. He informed that

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Khaleda Zia to return home by air ambulance: Mirza Fakhrul
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Published :
May 03, 2025 20:21
Updated :
May 03, 2025 20:24

BNP chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia will return home from London on Monday on a special air ambulance provided by the Emir of Qatar.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir gave the information at a press conference in Gulshan on Saturday night.

He informed that the time of arrival will be disclosed later.

Earlier, it was informed that the former prime minister will return home through a flight of Biman Bangladesh Airlines.​

 

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BNP takes all-out preparations to welcome Begum Khaleda Zia

BNP has taken all-out preparations to welcome their party chief Begum Khaleda Zia who is likely to arrive in Dhaka from London on Tuesday morning, four months after receiving medical treatment there.

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BNP takes all-out preparations to welcome Begum Khaleda Zia
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Published: 04 May 2025, 20: 02

BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia BSS

BNP has taken all-out preparations to welcome their party chief Begum Khaleda Zia who is likely to arrive in Dhaka from London on Tuesday morning, four months after receiving medical treatment there.

BNP senior joint secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi Ahmed disclosed this information at an urgent press conference at BNP headquarters in Naya Paltan Sunday afternoon.

He said when Begum Zia, also a former prime minister, will reach Dhaka, party leaders and activists will welcome her on the way from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Gulshan standing on either side of the streets. Rizvi gave some guidelines about what to do and what not to do while welcoming her.

As per the plan, Dhaka city north BNP leaders and workers will welcome her on the street from the airport to the Le Meridien Hotel, Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal from Le Meridien Hotel to Khilkhet, Jubo Dal from Khilkhet to Hotel Radisson.

Then Dhaka city south BNP will be there on the street from Hotel Radisson to Army Stadium, Swechchhasebak Dal from Army Stadium to Banani graveyard, Krishak Dal from Banani graveyard to Kakoli crossing, Sramik Dal from Kakoli More to Sheraton Hotel in Banani, Ulama Dal, Tanti Dal, pro-BNP cultural wing JASAS and Matsyajibi Dal from Sheraton Hotel to Banani Kacha Bazar.

All professional organisations including the Muktijoddha Dal will stay on street from Banani Kacha Bazar to Gulshan-2. Mohila Dal from Gulshan-2 roundabout to Gulshan Avenue Road, BNP national executive committee members from Gulshan-2 roundabout to Gulshan Avenue Road and the leaders and activists coming from different districts will stand at their convenience.

Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said all the leaders and activists will stand on one side of the road holding national and party flags. No motorcycle or people on foot will be allowed to move along with the BNP chairperson's vehicle. Plus, no one will be allowed to enter the airport and the residence of BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.​

 

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Last-minute preparations at Feroza to welcome Khaleda back

Preparations are complete at Khaleda Zia’s Gulshan residence, Feroza, as the BNP chairperson returns home after four months in London for medical treatment. The front lawn has been adorned with vibrant potted flowers, and the interior of the house has been meticulously cleaned and arranged t

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Last-minute preparations at Feroza to welcome Khaleda back
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Published :
May 05, 2025 21:29
Updated :
May 05, 2025 21:31

Preparations are complete at Khaleda Zia’s Gulshan residence, Feroza, as the BNP chairperson returns home after four months in London for medical treatment.

The front lawn has been adorned with vibrant potted flowers, and the interior of the house has been meticulously cleaned and arranged to ensure a warm welcome for the party leader.

Security has been tightened around the walled compound, with police and members of the Chairperson’s Security Force (CSF) stationed at the premises.

Dedicated rooms have been prepared for security personnel in front of the residence.

Khaleda is set to arrive in Dhaka on Tuesday and will stay at Feroza upon her return.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said Khaleda will depart London’s Heathrow Airport at 4:10pm local time on Monday aboard a special air ambulance arranged by the Emir of Qatar.

She will be accompanied by her daughters-in-law—Zubaida Rahman, wife of Tarique Rahman, and Syeda Sharmila Rahman Sithi, wife of the late Arafat Rahman Coco.

The air ambulance is scheduled to stop in Doha at 2:30am local time before reaching Dhaka’s Shahjalal International Airport at 10:30am Bangladesh time.

Khaleda’s physician, Prof AZM Zahid Hossain, confirmed the travel details and said the BNP chief is feeling much better.

The 79-year old three-time former prime minister has long battled liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, heart problems, diabetes, and arthritis.

She was treated by Patrick Kennedy and Jennifer Cross at The London Clinic for 17 days before moving to her son Tarique’s home.

Fakhrul urged BNP leaders and supporters not to crowd the streets to welcome Khaleda, citing ongoing SSC examinations.

Supporters have been instructed to stay on the pavements, carrying national and BNP flags, and avoid blocking roads.​

 

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Crowd gathers at Heathrow as Khaleda flying home
BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman personally drives his mother to the airport

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Published :
May 05, 2025 20:24
Updated :
May 05, 2025 20:24

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia is returning home after four months of medical treatment in London, as party activists gathered in large numbers at Heathrow Airport to see her off.

At 2:10 pm local time on Monday, the former prime minister departed from her elder son Tarique Rahman’s residence for the airport.

Tarique, the BNP’s acting chairman, personally drove his mother to the airport, confirmed Khaleda’s personal physician Prof AZM Zahid Hossain.

He added that Khaleda was seated in the front passenger seat beside her son.

Also accompanying them in the car were her daughters-in-law Zubaida Rahman, Syeda Shamila Rahman, and Tarique’s daughter Zaima Rahman.

“After completing airport formalities, we will depart on an air ambulance provided by the Emir of Qatar. We’re scheduled to leave at 4pm,” he said.

They are expected to stop over in Doha and arrive in Dhaka at 10am on Tuesday.​

 

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Khaleda Zia leaves London for Dhaka in air ambulance

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia left Heathrow Airport tonight (Monday night) for Dhaka aboard a special air ambulance provided by the Emir of Qatar, as she is returning home nearly four months after receiving advanced treatment in London. “The special air ambulance provided by Qatar’s Emir

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Khaleda Zia leaves London for Dhaka in air ambulance
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Published :
May 05, 2025 21:48
Updated :
May 05, 2025 21:48

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia left Heathrow Airport tonight (Monday night) for Dhaka aboard a special air ambulance provided by the Emir of Qatar, as she is returning home nearly four months after receiving advanced treatment in London.

“The special air ambulance provided by Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, carrying BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia and her entourage, took off around 9:35 pm (BST),” said BNP media cell member Sayrul Kabir Khan.

He said the flight is scheduled to reach Hamad International Airport in Doha at 1:25am, local time, and will fly to Dhaka after a stopover of one hour and 35 minutes.

Earlier, the BNP chief left the home of her elder son and BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman around 7pm (BST) and reached the airport in nearly 40 minutes.

Tarique personally drove his mother to Heathrow Airport and saw her off there.

Khaleda sat in the rear seat beside Tarique, while Dr Zubaida Rahman and her daughter were in the back seats of the car on their way to the airport.

A video posted by Tarique on his verified Facebook page shows him happily seeing his mother off and other entourage at the airport, saying “Allah Hafez”.

Several hundred leaders and activists of the BNP’s UK Chapter gathered near the airport to see Khaleda off.

As the party leaders and workers shouted slogans upon seeing Khaleda’s vehicle, she waved her hand towards them.

Khaleda Zia is accompanied by her two daughters-in-law—Dr Zubaida Rahman, wife of her eldest son Tarique Rahman, and Syeda Shamila Rahman, wife of her late son Arafat Rahman Koko—along with other entourage members, including her medical team.

“She is expected to land at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at around 10am Tuesday. We hope that she will reach Dhaka on time,” BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir told UNB.

He urged party leaders and activists to remain alert and not cause any traffic jam during their way of giving the BNP chief a reception upon her return home, as there is an SSC exam scheduled for Tuesday.

The BNP Secretary General has also urged law enforcers and party leaders and workers to ensure that no public inconvenience arises during the reception of BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia.

Khaleda Zia travelled to London on January 8 in the same special air ambulance sent by the Emir of Qatar.

Upon arrival, she was admitted to the London Clinic, a private hospital, where she remained under the care of renowned specialists Professor Patrick Kennedy and Professor Jennifer Cross for 17 days.

Since 25 January, she has been receiving treatment at the residence of her elder son, Tarique Rahman.

After 17 days at a London clinic, she had since been under the supervision of specialists Prof Patrick Kennedy and Prof Jennifer Cross at Tarique Rahman’s residence.

Meanwhile, the BNP has completed all preparations to give the BNP chief a massive reception on her way back to her Gulshan residence from the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.

Since the BNP chief will be travelling from Dhaka Airport to her residence in Gulshan via the Kakoli route, Fakhrul urged everyone not to stand on the road in any way. “Those who wish to welcome Madam should stand on the footpath and greet her from there. We have instructed that party leaders and activists may hold national and BNP flags while receiving her.”

He also urged the general public to use the elevated expressway from the airport to Kakoli on the day of Khaleda’s return to avoid traffic congestion.

The BNP chief’s Gulshan residence, 'Firoza', located at House 1, Road 80, has been fully prepared to welcome her.

Zubaida’s Homecoming After 17 Years

Tarique Rahman, Dr Zubaida and their daughter Zaima Rahman have been living in London since 2008.

After 17 years in exile, Dr Zubaida Rahman is also returning home with her mother-in-law, with a plan to stay at her father’s Dhanmondi residence.

Her father’s house, known as Mahbub Bhaban, located on Road 5 of Dhanmondi, is also prepared to welcome Zubaida.

Though the house is already well-kept, additional arrangements have been made so that Zubaida can stay there with comfort and security.​

 

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Democracy still obstructed at every step, says Khaleda Zia

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia has said that democracy in Bangladesh “is still being obstructed at every step,” and called for its restoration. Speaking virtually at an event marking the death anniversary of former President Ziaur Rahman on Thursday, she described him as “the unique

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Democracy still obstructed at every step, says Khaleda Zia

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Published :
May 29, 2025 19:22
Updated :
May 30, 2025 00:33

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia -- File Photo

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia has said that democracy in Bangladesh “is still being obstructed at every step,” and called for its restoration.

Speaking virtually at an event marking the death anniversary of former President Ziaur Rahman on Thursday, she described him as “the unique architect of democracy, independence, press freedom, judicial autonomy, self-reliance, development, and a distinct nationalism.”

“The uninterrupted journey of that democracy – for which he sacrificed his life – is still being obstructed at every step,” said Ms Khaleda, who served twice as the country’s prime minister.

Also the country’s first female head of government, she expressed hope for change, saying, “Very soon, we will see Bangladesh re-established in democracy. Let this be our pledge on Zia’s martyrdom anniversary.”

In her remarks, reflecting on the national and personal pain associated with Zia’s death, the widow of the slain president said it brings “painful memories” to her family and the nation. “On this day, the entire country became grief-stricken and leaderless.”

“Martyred President Ziaur Rahman is a name inseparably tied with our beloved motherland,” she added. “Declaring independence from Chittagong, he made his name inseparable from the country. In that very Chittagong, he sacrificed his life as a successful, honest, farsighted, and true patriot president.”

The octogenarian politician urged her party leaders and citizens to continue efforts to restore democracy in a disciplined manner. “We must honour martyred Zia by implementing the politics he left behind – democracy and development for all,” she said.​

 

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Govt hands over title deed of Gulshan house to Khaleda Zia

Bangladesh interim government has handed over the title deed of the Gulshan house to Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairperson Khaleda Zia.

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Govt hands over title deed of Gulshan house to Khaleda Zia
Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha. Dhaka 05 June, 2025, 11:50

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Bangladesh interim government has handed over the title deed of the Gulshan house to Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairperson Khaleda Zia.

Adviser to the ministry of Housing and Public Works Adilur Rahman Khan handed over the title deed to Begum Khaleda Zia at around 9:00pm on Wednesday.

Housing and Public Works Secretary Md Nazrul Islam and Rajdhani Unnayan Kartik (RAJUK) Chairman Riazul Islam were present at the time, ABM Abdus Sattar, Private Secretary to Begum Khaleda Zia confirmed.

He said the adviser came with some papers and he gave those to the former prime minister. However, he does not know what kind of paper it is.Digital newspaper subscription

After the assassination of Ziaur Rahman on May 31, 1981, while he was the President of the republic, his wife Khaleda Zia was allotted the house located on one and a half bighas of land in the capital's Gulshan area.

The house is near the house named ‘Firoza’ in Gulshan where Khaleda Zia currently lives in. Apart from this, another house was also allotted to Khaleda Zia inside the Dhaka Cantonment. But, the previous Awami League government cancelled the allocation of the house in the cantonment.

Reliable sources said that the house in Gulshan is under the control of BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia although it was not registered to her name. The house was registered in Khaleda Zia’s name after the interim government took office.

Public Works Ministry sources said that the government has already completed the registration of Begum Khaleda Zia's house. The government wanted to formally hand over the registration paper to Khaleda Zia. But the formalities were delayed due to Khaleda Zia's physical condition.​

 

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Khaleda Zia 'source of inspiration'

Says Fakhrul as BNP leaders call on party chief on Eid

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Khaleda Zia 'source of inspiration'
Says Fakhrul as BNP leaders call on party chief on Eid

Photo: BNP Media Cell

On the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, senior leaders of the BNP paid a courtesy visit to party Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia at her Gulshan residence tonight.

Following the meeting, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir spoke to reporters, terming the gathering a moment of great joy for the party's central leadership.

"You all know that ever since the fascist Awami League government came to power, they have kept our leader, Begum Khaleda Zia, under house arrest. When she moved between prison and hospital before returning home, we could not meet her properly," Fakhrul told the reporters.

He added that since her release, it has become a tradition for BNP standing committee members to meet her during Eid.

Photo: BNP Media Cell

"Today's meeting is an incredibly joyful moment for us, especially for the national standing committee members," he said.

Describing the BNP chief as a source of strength, Fakhrul said, "We always find new inspiration from our leader, under whose leadership BNP has achieved many successes and who has brought qualitative change in the country's politics."

He said Khaleda Zia's "unwavering faith in democracy" was evident in her words, and she remained convinced that democratic governance was essential for the welfare of the country and its people.

"Today, we met her and are leaving with great satisfaction. A few senior leaders will meet her later, after which she will spend time with her family members," Fakhrul said, adding that the BNP chief's health has improved.

Fakhrul also conveyed Eid greetings from Khaleda Zia to the people.

"She has sent Eid greetings and love to the nation and has asked for prayers for herself and the country," he said.

When asked about any political discussions during the meeting, particularly regarding the national election timeline, Fakhrul declined to comment.

Among those who visited Khaleda were standing committee members Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain, Jamir Uddin Sircar, Mirza Abbas, Goyeshwar Chandra Roy, Abdul Moyeen Khan, Salahuddin Ahmed, Selima Rahman, Hafiz Uddin Ahmed, and AZM Zahid Hossain.

Vice-chairpersons Mohammad Shahjahan, Air Vice Marshal (retd) Altaf Hossain, and Abdul Awal Mintoo were also present.Additionally, advisory council members Abdul Halim and Maj Gen (retd) Fazle Elahi Akbar joined the gathering.​

 

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Khaleda Zia returns home after health check-up at Evercare Hospital

Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairperson Khaleda Zia returned to her residence Firoza in Gulshan, Dhaka shortly after midnight following a health check-up at Evercare Hospital.

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Khaleda Zia returns home after health check-up at Evercare Hospital
Staff Correspondent 19 June, 2025, 04:30

Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairperson Khaleda Zia returned to her residence Firoza in Gulshan, Dhaka shortly after midnight following a health check-up at Evercare Hospital.

Her personal physician AZM Zahid Hossain told reporters that the medical board had completed her tests and decided to continue her treatment at home.

He expressed hope that Khaleda Zia’s physical condition would improve further with home care.

Khaleda Zia had arrived at Evercare Hospital from her residence around 6:50pm.

She returned to Bangladesh on May 6 after receiving advanced treatment for four months in London, UK.

Upon her return, a medical board, led by Professor Shahabuddin Talukder at Evercare Hospital, has been overseeing her medical care.

Prior to her treatment in London, the BNP chairperson had last visited Evercare Hospital on September 12, 2024.​

 

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Khaleda Zia calls for maintaining unity to institutionalize democracy

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia on Tuesday called for maintaining unity to institutionalize democracy. “We must ensure that this stream of blood of July uprising heroes (martyrs) and the stream of tears of mothers do not go in vain. Unity must be maintained.

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Khaleda Zia calls for maintaining unity to institutionalize democracy

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Published :
Jul 01, 2025 21:54
Updated :
Jul 01, 2025 22:21

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia on Tuesday called for maintaining unity to institutionalize democracy.

“We must ensure that this stream of blood of July uprising heroes (martyrs) and the stream of tears of mothers do not go in vain. Unity must be maintained. Let us all together realize the dream of Shaheed Zia by building a new Bangladesh,” she said.

Khaleda Zia was virtually addressing a discussion marking the first anniversary of the July-August mass uprising organized by BNP at Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center.

The discussion titled ‘Mass Uprising 2024: National Unity and Democratic Movement’ and a special program in honor of the martyrs were held. BNP acting Chairman Tarique Rahman also addressed the programme virtually.

She said, “We must ensure the security of the people. Above all, we must protect the independence and sovereignty of Bangladesh”.

The BNP chief said the Awami League wanted to destroy democracy and perpetuate the one-party rule through the brutal oppression, torture, arrest, murder and murder of the fascists during its over 15 years rule.

“The fascists have fallen through the collective uprising of the student masses. An opportunity has been created to build a new Bangladesh,” she said.

Paying tributes to martyrs and expressing sympathy to injured, Khaleda Zia said the nation will remember their sacrifice forever.

“A list of those who have been victims of disappearances, murders and extrajudicial killings must be prepared. Arrangements must be made for speedy trial of the criminals. Every victim family and their rehabilitation and a safe future must be ensured,” she said.

At the beginning of the program, a documentary titled ‘National Unity and Democratic Movement’ based on the July-August mass uprising was screened.

Various political leaders and martyr family members also spoke.​

 

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Khaleda acquitted in 3 cases in Cumilla over 2015 arson

Cases were considered politically motivated, says public prosecutor

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Khaleda acquitted in 3 cases in Cumilla over 2015 arson

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia has been acquitted in three cases filed over arson, sabotage, and murder incidents on the Dhaka–Chattogram highway in Cumilla's Chauddagram upazila in 2015.

The cases stemmed from petrol bomb attacks and the torching of a covered van, during which multiple people were killed.

Cumilla District Public Prosecutor (PP) Md Kaimul Haque Rinku confirmed the development to the media today.

He said all the remaining accused in the cases have also been discharged following an application to withdraw politically motivated cases filed by the then ruling government.

According to PP Rinku, on February 3, 2015, eight passengers were killed in a petrol bomb attack on a bus in the Jagmohanpur area of Chauddagram.

In connection with the incident, two separate cases, one under the Penal Code for murder and another under the Explosives Act, were filed by then Chauddagram Police Station Officer-in-Charge of Nuruzzaman Howlader.

A total of 78 individuals, including Khaleda Zia, were named in the charge sheets.

Judge Shafiqul Islam, presiding over the Additional District and Sessions Judge Court-2, acquitted Khaleda Zia as her involvement could not be substantiated in hearings related to two of the cases. At the time of the incident,

In a separate case filed over a sabotage incident on January 25, 2015, involving the burning of a covered van in the Haidarpar area of Chauddagram, Khaleda Zia and 32 others were initially accused.

Ten more individuals were later named in the charge sheet submitted to the court.

This case, too, was filed by SI Nuruzzaman Howlader.

Judge Afroza Shyuli of the Additional District and Sessions Judge Court-1 acquitted Khaleda Zia in this case as well, citing lack of evidence linking her to the incident.

"These three cases were considered politically motivated and were filed during the previous Awami League government. Based on that assessment, the Ministry of Law approved the withdrawal of the cases," said PP Kaimul Haque Rinku.​

 

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Khaleda Zia taken to Evercare Hospital for medical check-up

She reached the hospital around 1:48am after leaving her Gulshan residence “Firoza” at 1:18am

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Khaleda Zia taken to Evercare Hospital for medical check-up

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BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia was taken to Evercare Hospital in the capital early today for a medical check-up.

She reached the hospital around 1:48am after leaving her Gulshan residence "Firoza" at 1:18am, BNP media cell member Sayrul Kabir Khan told The Daily Star.

Responding to a query, Sayrul said, "We hope she will return home after the urgent tests are completed."

Prof Dr AZM Zahid Hossain, her personal physician and a member of the BNP standing committee, said Khaleda visited the hospital for a check-up as advised by her medical board.

The BNP chief last visited the same hospital on June 19 this year for a check-up.

Khaleda returned home on May 6 after four months in London, where she received advanced treatment at a hospital and stayed at the residence of her son and BNP's acting chairman Tarique Rahman.

Since her return, she has been under the supervision of a medical board led by Evercare specialist Prof Dr Shahabuddin Talukder.

Prior to her London trip, she last visited Evercare Hospital on September 12 last year.

The 79-year-old former prime minister has been suffering from multiple health complications for several years. She has been receiving treatment at her home under the supervision of a medical board consisting of specialists from both Evercare Hospital and her personal team of doctors.​