BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman's daughter, Barrister Zaima Rahman, on Tuesday expressed her hope for a Bangladesh where freedom of expression and diversity of opinions will prevail, and where persons with disabilities, along with all marginalized groups, will have equal opportunities to contribute to nation-building. Zaima Rahman made the remarks while speaking at a discussion titled "Inclusive Bangladesh" with persons with physical, mental, and intellectual disabilities at Gulshan Lake Park in the city. During the interaction, Zaima Rahman listened to participants' concerns, including difficulties related to transportation, road accessibility, lack of inclusive education systems, and unemployment. Participants at the discussion said that persons with disabilities are often not treated as equals in society. Addressing Zaima Rahman, they said that her engagement with them had given them hope and that they now looked forward to seeing meaningful action.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 03, 2026 18:28 UTC