Three-day state mourning declared over Khaleda Zia’s death; general holiday tomorrow: CA

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today announced a three-day state mourning starting tomorrow following the death of three-time former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.

He also declared a general holiday tomorrow, coinciding with the day of her Namaz-e-Janaza.

“In view of the death of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, I declare three days of state mourning and a one-day general holiday tomorrow on the occasion of her Namaz-e-Janaza,” he said in a televised address to the nation at 12 noon, broadcast simultaneously on Bangladesh Television (BTV) and Bangladesh Betar.

The Chief Adviser called on all concerned to maintain discipline and order during the Janaza and throughout the mourning period.

“I know that the nation is deeply saddened at this moment. I hope everyone will show patience and cooperate with those involved in completing all formalities, including her Namaz-e-Janaza,” he said.

“May Almighty Allah grant us patience, strength and the ability to remain united,” Prof Yunus added.

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