A prayer mahfil was held in Tangail seeking the recovery and good health of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.

The doa mahfil took place today, Tuesday, after Zohr prayers at “Jamia Al Hera” Madrasa in Uttar Tarotia village of Gharinda Union in Tangail town, where students of the madrasa participated in the prayers.

Central BNP Publicity Secretary Sultan Salahuddin Tuku attended the event as the chief guest.

In his remarks, he said Begum Khaleda Zia has devoted her life to the struggle for restoring democracy in Bangladesh. “Today she is critically ill and fighting for life at Evercare Hospital in the capital. This situation is extremely painful for democracy-loving people of the country,” he added.

He further said, “We remember her lifelong political sacrifices and contributions, and we pray to Almighty Allah for her quick recovery. We also hope she will soon return to lead the struggle for establishing the rights of the people.”

Among others, former Member Secretary of Tangail District BNP Mahmudul Haque Sanu, Upazila BNP President Azgar Ali, local dignitaries, and students of Jamia Al Hera Madrasa were present at the gathering.