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Khaleda Zia’s health condition very critical: Mirza Fakhrul

Mentioning that Khaleda Zia has been hospitalized for two days, he said, “Last night, the doctors told us that her condition is very critical.”

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Khaleda Zia’s health condition very critical: Mirza Fakhrul

Staff Correspondent Dhaka
Published: 28 Nov 2025, 18: 18

After offering dua for ailing Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia at the hospital, the party’s Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir speaks to journalists at Nayapaltan Jame Mosque, Dhaka on 28 November 2025.Prothom Alo

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson and former prime minister Khaleda Zia’s health condition is very critical, party secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said on Friday.

Mentioning that Khaleda Zia has been hospitalised for two days, he said, “Last night, the physicians told us that her condition is very critical.”

Mirza Fakhrul made these remarks at a doa mahfil at Naya Paltan Jam-e-Masjid today, Friday. BNP’s senior joint secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi was also present at that time.

BNP arranged the doa mahfil at mosques across the country today, seeking Khaleda Zia’s recovery.

At the Naya Paltan mosque, Mirza Fakhrul said, “Khaleda Zia has made the greatest contribution to the democratic transition of this country. She fought, struggled, endured imprisonment, and faced persecution to establish democracy. Recently she was hospitalised due to illness. As you know, she has again been admitted to Evercare Hospital for the last two days. That is why, on behalf of our party, we have asked people across the country to offer doa after Jumma for our leader, the mother of democracy, Khaleda Zia.”

The BNP secretary general added, “May Allah restore her health. May she return to the people in good condition and continue working for the nation.”

Leaders and activists from various BNP wings and affiliated organisations joined the prayer gathering at Naya Paltan Jam-e-Masjid.

Khaleda Zia, 79, has long been suffering from heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, liver cirrhosis, kidney complications, and other severe health issues.

Last Sunday, she experienced breathing problems and was rushed to Evercare Hospital. Physicians later said she had developed infections in her heart and lungs.

Khaleda Zia travelled to London on 7 January for advanced treatment. After spending 117 days there, she returned to Bangladesh on 6 May. Since then, she has had to visit the hospital multiple times due to recurring health complications.​

 

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Khaleda responding to treatment: Dr Zahid

BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia is responding to the treatment provided by the medical board, her personal physician Professor AZM Zahid Hossain said on Saturday. “Alhamdulillah, her condition has remained stable for the last three days--27, 28 and 29 November. In medical terms, she is mai

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Khaleda responding to treatment: Dr Zahid

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Published :
Nov 29, 2025 23:59
Updated :
Nov 29, 2025 23:59

BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia is responding to the treatment provided by the medical board, her personal physician Professor AZM Zahid Hossain said on Saturday.

“Alhamdulillah, her condition has remained stable for the last three days--27, 28 and 29 November. In medical terms, she is maintaining the treatment, meaning she can take the treatment the doctors are giving her,” he said.

Zahid, a BNP Standing Committee member and a member of medical board overseeing her treatment, made the remarks while briefing reporters in front of Evercare Hospital.

He urged the people of the country to pray for her so that she can continue the treatment and recover fully.

About the possibility of taking her abroad, he said any decision will depend on her overall condition and the medical board’s recommendation. “When a decision is made, it will be informed.”

Khaleda Zia was admitted to Evercare Hospital on the night of 23 November after tests detected an infection in her lungs. BNP leaders earlier said her condition became “critical” from Thursday. She has been under treatment in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) since 27 November.

Zahid said BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has been closely monitoring her treatment. “He is in constant contact with the doctors and the medical board to ensure that her treatment continues without interruption,” he noted.

He said Khaleda Zia is receiving support from her family members — including Syeda Shamila Rahman, wife of her late younger son Arafat Rahman Koko, and her younger brother Shamim Eskander — as well as BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and all members of the Standing Committee.

Her treatment is also continuing with the full cooperation of the doctors, officials and nurses at Evercare Hospital, he added.

The BNP leader said the medical team is working based on joint consultations with doctors from the UK, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Singapore, China, and leading hospitals in the United States, including Johns Hopkins and Mount Sinai. “Her treatment will continue following these joint discussions.”

He again called upon everyone to pray for her recovery and expressed gratitude to those, including members of the Interim Government’s Advisory Council, who have already urged the nation to pray for her.

Professor Zahid also requested BNP leaders and activists not to crowd the hospital. “There are around 300 other patients here. We must make sure their treatment is not disturbed.”

He mentioned that many heads of state and government, as well as several countries, have expressed concern about Khaleda Zia’s health. “The Acting Chairman has extended his gratitude to all of them,” he said.​

 

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'Zia family plans to take Khaleda Zia to London'

Former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia’s family plans to take her to London for advanced treatment if her physical condition improves even slightly. The Qatar Embassy is being contacted regarding an air ambulance. Meanwhile, BNP has called a press conference today, Saturday, at...

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'Zia family plans to take Khaleda Zia to London'

Staff Correspondent Dhaka
Updated: 29 Nov 2025, 17: 35

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Former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia’s family plans to take her to London for advanced treatment if her physical condition improves even slightly.

The Qatar Embassy is being contacted regarding an air ambulance.

Around noon, Mahdi Amin, adviser to BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman, wrote on his verified Facebook page.

Meanwhile, BNP has called a press conference today, Saturday, at 5:00pm at the party chairperson’s office in Gulshan, Dhaka.

“From what we have heard, if the physical condition of this uncompromising leader—immersed in the prayers and love of the people—improves somewhat, the Zia family is planning to take her to London for advanced treatment,” he wrote.

Mahdi Amin also wrote that Tarique Rahman and his wife have already contacted the hospital and physicians in London under whose care she stayed for four months earlier this year and had significantly recovered.

He added that arrangements are being undertaken for a special air ambulance equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

Mahdi Amin wrote that although Khaleda Zia is admitted to Evercare Hospital, her treatment is being overseen mainly by specialist physicians from both home and abroad.

Tarique Rahman and his wife Zubaida Rahman are maintaining continuous virtual communication with the physicians from London and taking necessary measures.

When contacted for further information, Mahdi Amin told Prothom Alo that they have been communicating with the London hospital where the BNP chairperson previously received treatment. He also confirmed that the Qatar Embassy is being contacted to arrange an air ambulance to take her to London.​

 

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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif wishes Khaleda Zia a swift recovery

Praises BNP chairperson’s contributions to Bangladesh

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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif wishes Khaleda Zia a swift recovery
Praises BNP chairperson’s contributions to Bangladesh

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Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed concern over the illness of BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia and wished her a swift recovery.

In a letter dated November 28, the Pakistani premier conveyed his "sincerest prayers and good wishes" on behalf of the people and government of Pakistan, as well as on his own behalf.

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Sharif praised Khaleda's contributions to Bangladesh, saying that her "immense contribution to the development of Bangladesh is widely acknowledged."

He also said Pakistan valued her role in strengthening ties between the two countries.

"We also deeply value your role in advancing the strong fraternal bonds between Bangladesh and Pakistan," the letter stated.

Khaleda, a former three-time prime minister, is currently undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka for multiple health complications.​

 

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Modi expresses concern over Khaleda's health, offers support

Expressing deep concern over BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia's health condition, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India stands ready to extend all possible support in whatever way they can. "Deeply concerned to learn about the health of Begum Khaleda Zia, who has contributed to

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Modi expresses concern over Khaleda's health, offers support

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Published :
Dec 01, 2025 22:58
Updated :
Dec 01, 2025 23:07

Expressing deep concern over BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia's health condition, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India stands ready to extend all possible support in whatever way they can.

"Deeply concerned to learn about the health of Begum Khaleda Zia, who has contributed to Bangladesh’s public life for many years," Modi said in a message through his verified X.

"Our sincere prayers and best wishes for her speedy recovery," he added.

The former Prime Minister remains in a critical state as her health deteriorated on Sunday night (November 30).

Since her admission to Evercare Hospital on November 23, Khaleda Zia has been under intensive treatment in the hospital’s Coronary Care Unit (CCU) for multiple complications affecting her liver, kidneys and heart.

On Sunday night, her condition worsened and she was placed on ventilator support.​

 

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Jamaat chief Shafiqur visits Khaleda at Evercare Hospital

Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has paid a visit to BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital. Shafiqur arrived at the hospital around 10pm on Tuesday, bdnews24.com. “Everything is in the hands of Allah,” he said. “He can take away the living and give life to

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Jamaat chief Shafiqur visits Khaleda at Evercare Hospital

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Dec 03, 2025 00:27
Updated :
Dec 03, 2025 00:27

Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has paid a visit to BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital.

Shafiqur arrived at the hospital around 10pm on Tuesday, bdnews24.com.

“Everything is in the hands of Allah,” he said. “He can take away the living and give life to those close to death. Since she is, Alhamdulillah, still surviving, we hope and pray that she will recover, In Sha Allah. Please, all of you, pray for her.”

He added that even being able to see the former prime minister “with both eyes” for a moment gave him comfort.

“This is a solace for me,” he said. “I again pray to Allah that He forgives her, grants His mercy upon her, and bestows on her the blessing of good health.”

Shafiqur also expressed sympathy for Khaleda’s family members, who have been keeping vigil at the hospital since her health deteriorated.​

 

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Army, Navy, Air chiefs visit Khaleda at Evercare

Chiefs of Army, Navy and Air on Tuesday night visited ailing BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka. According to Inter Services Public Relation (ISPR), chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman, chief of Naval Admiral M Nazmul Hassan, chief of Air Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan vi

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Army, Navy, Air chiefs visit Khaleda at Evercare

Published :
Dec 02, 2025 22:42
Updated :
Dec 02, 2025 22:42

Chiefs of Army, Navy and Air on Tuesday night visited ailing BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka.

According to Inter Services Public Relation (ISPR), chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman, chief of Naval Admiral M Nazmul Hassan, chief of Air Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan visited the former prime minister, UNB reports.

Several political leaders and others are visiting Khaleda Zia who has been undergoing treatment at the hospital since November 23.

Meanwhile, two specialist medical teams from the UK and China are scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on Wednesday morning to support the medical board formed to ensure treatment of the BNP chairperson.​

 

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Chief Adviser visits Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital

Khaleda Zia, who has been admitted to Evercare Hospital for 11 days, is still in a critical condition. She is being treated in the hospital’s Coronary Care Unit (CCU).

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Chief Adviser visits Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital
Special Correspondent Dhaka
Published: 03 Dec 2025, 20: 35

Professor Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser, speaks with doctors at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka for an update on BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia’s condition. BNP's Media Cell.

Chief Adviser to the interim government Professor Muhammad Yunus visited BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka on Wednesday.

He arrived at the hospital today, Wednesday, at 7:08 pm.

Khaleda Zia, who has been admitted to Evercare Hospital for 11 days, is still in a critical condition. She is being treated in the hospital’s Coronary Care Unit (CCU).

Her treatment is being conducted under the supervision of a medical board comprising both local and foreign specialist physicians. British specialist physician doctor Richard Beale came to Dhaka on Wednesday morning to assist in the treatment of the BNP Chairperson.

Earlier, on Tuesday night, Army Chief General Walker-Uz-Zaman, Navy Chief Admiral M Nazmul Hasan, and Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmud Khan had visited the BNP Chairperson at Evercare Hospital.

Security was heightened around the hospital in the evening on the occasion of the Chief Adviser’s visit. Members of the Special Security Force (ASF), President Guard Regiment (PGR), Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and police reinforced law enforcement. Barbed wire barricades were also set up around the hospital’s main gate.

Khaleda Zia, 80, has been suffering from various chronic complications including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, liver cirrhosis, and kidney complications for a long time.

When she experienced breathing difficulties, she was urgently admitted to Evercare Hospital on 23 November. After examinations, doctors reported that infections had spread to her heart and lungs.

Physicians still consider Khaleda Zia’s health condition as ‘critical.’ According to their observations, the next few days are extremely important. Without stability in kidney function, achieving permanent improvement in her overall health is difficult.

Following the news of Khaleda Zia’s illness, BNP leaders and supporters have gathered in front of Evercare Hospital, causing traffic disruptions in the area. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has requested the supporters not to crowd the area.​