A prayer and milad gathering was held at Islamic University (IU) on Saturday (August 15) to mark the 82nd birth anniversary of former Prime Minister and late BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.

The gathering was organized by the university authorities after Zuhr prayers at the university’s central mosque. Special prayers were offered seeking forgiveness for Begum Khaleda Zia’s departed soul and the overall welfare and prosperity of the country and its people.

Teachers, officials, employees, students and journalists of the university attended the prayer and milad gathering.

Speaking on the occasion, IU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. A.K.M. Matinur Rahman said, “Begum Khaleda Zia is another name for eternity. She dedicated her entire life to the people of Bangladesh. From the Language Movement of 1952 to the Liberation War, her contributions are undeniable.”

He further said, “She was persecuted by the previous fascist autocratic government. Today, on this day, we will pray for our beloved leader Begum Khaleda Zia.”