Octogenarian Ajufa overcomes health challenges to cast vote in Dhaka-7

Despite serious health challenges, an 80-year-old voter, Ajufa from the College Road area of Kamrangirchar in Dhaka-7 constituency, turned out to cast her ballot on Thursday.

Ajufa had suffered a stroke a few months ago and recently broke one of her hands. Undeterred by her physical condition, she visited the Knowledge King Child's School polling center to exercise her voting rights.

After casting her vote, Ajufa shared her feelings with this correspondent, expressing immense happiness and pride in being able to participate in the election.

Her determination has drawn admiration from fellow voters and election officials, highlighting the spirit of civic responsibility among Bangladesh’s senior citizens.