Indian Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia. In a message posted on social media platform X on Tuesday, December 30, Gandhi said he was deeply saddened by her passing and acknowledged her significant role in Bangladesh’s political journey. According to the report, Khaleda Zia passed away at 6 a.m. on Tuesday while undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka. She was 80 years old at the time of her death. Her funeral prayer is scheduled to be held on Wednesday after the noon prayer at the National Parliament area and Manik Mia Avenue, after which she will be buried beside her late husband and former president Ziaur Rahman. Gandhi also extended his heartfelt condolences to Khaleda Zia’s family, supporters, and the people of Bangladesh during this time of mourning.