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Khaleda Zia, Former Bangladesh Prime Minister, Dies at 80; BNP Declares Mourning
Dhaka, Bangladesh – December 30, 2025 – Former Bangladesh Prime Minister and Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Khaleda Zia, has died at the age of 80. Zia passed away at approximately 6:00 a.m. local time today while receiving treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka.
The BNP has declared seven days of official mourning in response to Zia’s death. The mourning period will include the raising of black flags at BNP offices nationwide, the wearing of black badges by party members and supporters, and the holding of prayer gatherings and Quran recitations. Condolence books have been opened at BNP offices in Dhaka and across the country for the public to pay their respects.
Khaleda Zia served as Prime Minister of Bangladesh for three terms and was a prominent figure in the country’s political landscape.
The Hindu newspaper has published an e-book on ‘Bangadesh: ahead of Elections 2026’
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