Staff Reporter:
BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman yesterday expressed profound gratitude to the nation and inter-national communities for the overwhelming support shown during the three-day national mourning peri-od for his mother former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia.
In a heartfelt statement in his verified facebook page, Tarique Rahman reflected on the conclusion of the mourning period, stating, “As the three-day national mourning period for Begum Khaleda Zia comes to a close, our family has been deeply moved by the continued outpouring of condolences and prayers from across the country and from friends abroad.”
He noted that the widespread expressions of grief revealed the multifaceted impact of his mother’s life, saying, “These three days have shown us the many ways in which my mother meant something different to different people, often in ways we may not have fully known or seen.” He highlighted that for many, she symbolized the courage to stand by one’s convictions against all odds, a lesson transcending politics.
Tarique Rahman extended special thanks to the interim government led by Prof Muhammad Yunus. “We are eternally thankful to the interim government, and to Professor Muhammad Yunus and his Cabinet, whose leadership and swift coordination made it possible to arrange such an honorific farewell in such a short time,” he said.
The BNP Acting Chairman also acknowledged the solidarity from the global community. “The presence of dignitaries at the funeral, the letters and messages of condolence… has been incredible to see,” he re-marked, thanking foreign friends, diplomats, and partners for their compassion.
Gratitude was reserved for the nation’s service members and administrators. He expressed being truly touched by your sense of duty and care and offered special thanks to the President Guard Regiment, whose solemn guard of honour and final salute paid the highest tribute to my mother’s life and service. He praised their role in ensuring a dignified final journey for the former Prime Minister.
