Zia, the 80-year-old chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), was admitted to a private hospital on November 23 due to critical illness. The President of Bangladesh has publicly expressed deep concern about his deteriorating health condition.
“The whole nation is worried about the health of our former premier,” said the President, highlighting the significance of Zia’s role in Bangladesh’s political landscape.
Zia has been an important and influential political figure, known for his leadership in the BNP, and his critical condition has saddened many citizens across the country.
The hospital has kept updates limited, but sources close to Zia confirm that medical professionals are doing everything possible to stabilize his condition.
The President’s concern reflects the national importance of Zia’s status and the widespread anxiety over the veteran politician’s critical illness.