Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the death of former Member of Parliament and BNP Trade Affairs Secretary Salahuddin Ahmed.

In a condolence message issued on Tuesday night (October 13), the prime minister prayed for the eternal peace of the deceased’s soul and conveyed his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family.

Tarique Rahman said Salahuddin Ahmed was a courageous leader and a dedicated soldier in the BNP’s political movements and struggles. During difficult times for the party, he played an active role in its organisational activities with courage, sincerity and determination. His political career and contributions to the party would remain memorable to BNP leaders and activists, the prime minister added.

Noting that the BNP would respectfully remember Salahuddin Ahmed’s contributions to the country and the party, the prime minister said, “With the death of this devoted BNP leader, the party has lost a dedicated leader, which is an irreparable loss.”

The prime minister prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the bereaved family members, relatives and well-wishers the strength and patience to overcome this irreparable loss.