Bobby Hajjaj, BNP's Dhaka-13 constituency nominee, who also came to pay respects, hailed Begum Zia as "an icon of the entire Bangladesh." He affirmed, "Khaleda Zia was the heartbeat of the country's people, and the entire country is still mourning her loss." A senior BNP leader from Daudkandi, Cumilla, shared, "Begum Khaleda Zia was not only the BNP leader but a symbol of democracy. A female supporter from Jatrabari emotionally stated, "Begum Zia used to talk to us, understand our pain. Today, the common people are feeling her absence," concluding that "The struggle of the leader Begum Khaleda Zia will inspire our future generations."

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 05, 2026 20:03 UTC