BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia -File Photo

DHAKA, Dec 1, 2025 (BSS) - Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Nayeb-e-Ameer ATM 
Azharul Islam today called on the nation to pray for the speedy recovery and 
good health of BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia.

In a statement, ATM Azharul Islam said, "Through boundless sacrifice, 
courage, and struggle, BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum 
Khaleda Zia has dedicated her life to safeguarding the nation's independence, 
sovereignty, and state-building." 

"Her steadfast opposition to 15 years of Awami League's fascist rule and her 
relentless activism will remain engraved in the history of our nation," read 
the statement. 

He added that Khaleda Zia had been deprived of proper medical care abroad 
while imprisoned on false and fabricated charges, which has placed her health 
at serious risk. "Her condition has deteriorated due to the lack of adequate 
and timely treatment," it added.

The Nayeb-e-Ameer said he, along with the nation's oppressed citizens, had 
expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for her release following the July 
uprising. 

"At this critical moment, the nation expects her to return as a guiding 
figure. We pray to Almighty Allah for her speedy recovery and complete 
health. May Allah protect her and her family," he said.

ATM Azharul Islam also urged Khaleda Zia's family, party members, and 
supporters to remain patient, while appealing to the people of Bangladesh to 
offer prayers for her swift recovery.