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Khaleda Zia, the former three-time Prime Minister of Bangladesh and leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has died at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness. Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has announced a three-day state mourning period and a one-day general holiday to coincide with her funeral prayers, scheduled for Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Yunus has urged the public to maintain order and discipline during the mourning period and funeral.

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Bangladesh Mourns Death of Former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia

Dhaka, Bangladesh – December 30, 2025 – Khaleda Zia, the three-time former Prime Minister of Bangladesh and leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has died in Dhaka today at the age of 80. She passed away following a prolonged illness.

In response to Zia’s death, Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus addressed the nation in a televised statement, announcing a three-day state mourning period and a one-day general holiday for Wednesday, December 31st, the day of her Namaz-e-Janaza (funeral prayers).

“At the death of former prime minister Begum Khaleda Zia, I declare three days of state mourning and a one-day general holiday tomorrow on the day of her Namaz-e-Janaza,” Yunus stated. He also urged the public to remain disciplined and maintain order during the observances.

Zia served as Prime Minister on three separate occasions and was a prominent figure in Bangladeshi politics for decades. Her death is expected to have a significant impact on the political landscape of Bangladesh, especially with the upcoming 2026 elections.

The Hindu has also published an e-book in light of the upcoming elections titled, ‘Bangadesh: ahead of Elections 2026’.

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