The health of three-time Prime Minister of Bangladesh and BNP President Khaleda Zia remains critical. 80-year-old Jiah was admitted to a private hospital on November 23 due to chest infection and heart-lung problems. Four days later, as his health complications worsened, he was transferred to the coronary care unit.
BNP General Secretary Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said that doctors have said that he may need treatment abroad, but in his current physical condition this is not possible. If his condition remains stable, treatment abroad will be reconsidered.
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His treatment is being looked after by top doctors of Bangladesh along with experts from America’s Johns Hopkins and Britain’s London Clinic. Apart from this, a Chinese medical team has also expressed willingness to help in his treatment. The hospital administration has not issued any official statement at this time.
President and Prime Minister wished for speedy recovery
President Mohammad Shahabuddin expressed concern over Khaleda Zia’s ill health and asked the countrymen to pray for her speedy recovery. Head of the interim government, Muhammad Yunus, held a special meeting and prayed for his health safety. Security Advisor Major General (retd) Fazal Elahi Akbar said that her condition has improved slightly and if she is found fit to travel abroad, arrangements will be made for better treatment.
Treatment went on for four months in London
Jiah is suffering from many other health problems, including liver and kidney problems, diabetes, arthritis and eye-related diseases. In May this year, he underwent advanced treatment for four months in London. His son Tariq Rahman is living in London, while his other son Arafat Rahman died due to heart disease in 2025.
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BNP has emerged as a major opposition party in the changing political situation of Bangladesh. On August 5, 2024, the Awami League government of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted from power following student-led protests. The country is keeping an eye on Khaleda Zia’s health and treatment.
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