Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today visited his political adviser and BNP Standing Committee Member Mirza Abbas Uddin Ahmed, who is currently undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in the city. Photo: PMO

DHAKA, March 13, 2026 (BSS) - Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today visited his political adviser and BNP Standing Committee Member Mirza Abbas Uddin Ahmed, who is currently undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in the city.

"The premier reached the hospital at 2:20 pm. He spent some time beside Mirza Abbas's bed and inquired about his overall health condition," Prime Minister's Press Secretary Saleh Shibly told BSS this afternoon. 

During the visit, he said, the Prime Minister instructed the concerned authorities to take swift measures for Mirza Abbas's treatment in Singapore.

Afroza Abbas, wife of Mirza Abbas and President of the Jatiyatabadi Mohila Dal, and concerned physicians were present during the visit. 

Earlier in the day, the BNP said that an air ambulance from Evercare Hospital would carry Mirza Abbas to Singapore at 6:00 pm today for advanced treatment. He is expected to be admitted to the Department of Neuroscience at the National University Hospital in Singapore.

Mirza Abbas fell ill suddenly on Wednesday evening while drinking water during iftar and lost consciousness. As his condition did not improve, he was admitted to Evercare Hospital late that night.

Afroza Abbas sought prayers from the people of the country for her husband's speedy recovery.