The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) organized a special prayer ceremony in Dhaka to mark the birthday of party chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. The event took place on Friday, 15 August, after Asr prayers at the BNP chairperson’s office in Gulshan, the capital city. Acting BNP chairman Tarique Rahman participated in the ceremony virtually as the chief guest.

During the program, prominent religious scholar and BNP convener Kazi Md. Selim Reza conducted special prayers for Khaleda Zia, Tarique Rahman, and other members of the party and their families. The ceremony highlighted the party’s emphasis on unity, reverence for its leadership, and spiritual reflection on the occasion of the chairperson’s birthday.

The event was presided over by BNP’s publicity secretary Sultan Salahuddin Tuku. Several senior party leaders and members attended the ceremony, including Goyeshwar Chandra Roy, Mirza Abbas, Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Dr. Abdul Moin Khan, Nazrul Islam Khan, Begum Selima Rahman, Salahuddin Ahmed, and Professor Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain. Their presence underscored the party’s efforts to honor Khaleda Zia while maintaining strong organizational cohesion.

In addition to central leaders, a large number of local party officials and members participated in the prayer ceremony, reflecting broad support across the party’s ranks. Leaders from various affiliated and auxiliary organizations were also present, demonstrating the wide network and engagement within the BNP community.

The ceremony included collective prayers for the health, longevity, and well-being of Begum Khaleda Zia, as well as blessings for the continued unity and strength of the party. Party leaders emphasized the significance of commemorating the chairperson’s birthday not only as a personal milestone but also as a symbol of the party’s resilience and dedication to its political mission.

By bringing together top leadership, religious scholars, and grassroots members, the BNP sought to reinforce the party’s cohesion and demonstrate respect for its founding figures. Tarique Rahman’s virtual participation as chief guest highlighted the modern integration of technology into party activities, allowing leadership from abroad to remain connected with local organizational events.

The gathering was marked by a sense of solemnity and devotion, combining political camaraderie with religious observance. Attendees expressed hopes for the party’s growth and unity in the months ahead, recognizing the symbolic importance of Khaleda Zia’s birthday as an occasion to reaffirm their commitment to the party’s values and goals.

The ceremony concluded with collective prayers, speeches, and expressions of loyalty to the party chairperson, signaling both spiritual reflection and political solidarity. BNP leaders highlighted the importance of maintaining respect and reverence for leadership while fostering active participation among party members at all levels.

Through events like this, the BNP continues to nurture its internal network, strengthen relationships among central and local members, and demonstrate a unified front ahead of future political engagements. The birthday prayer ceremony for Khaleda Zia thus served not only as a celebration of an individual but also as a reaffirmation of the party’s ongoing dedication to its leadership, principles, and organizational cohesion.