Khaleda Zia played significant role in Bangladesh’s political journey: Rahul Gandhi

Indian National Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday mourned the death of three-time former prime minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia.

In a post on X, he wrote, “Saddened by the passing of former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Begum Khaleda Zia. Over her long career in public life, she played a significant role in Bangladesh’s political journey.”

He added, “My heartfelt condolences to her family, supporters, and the people of Bangladesh.”

Khaleda Zia, widely regarded as an uncompromising leader for democracy in Bangladesh, passed away early Tuesday while undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka.