Former State Minister for Home Affairs and BNP leader Lutfozzaman Babar fell seriously ill due to breathing difficulties while flying to Madinah for Umrah. After an emergency landing in Dubai, he was taken to a clinic and later admitted to a hospital. His eldest son is with him. His family, who had traveled separately, learned of his condition upon reaching Madinah. Recently released from prison after 17 years, Babar was also hospitalized earlier this month for chest pain. His family has requested prayers for his recovery.