Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition Dr. Shafiqur Rahman suddenly fell ill on February 24, 2026, while traveling to attend a discussion meeting and iftar gathering organized by Kafrul West Police Station in the Sheorapara area of Dhaka. He was scheduled to attend the event as the chief guest but became unwell on the way.

According to Dhaka North Jamaat’s Naib-e-Ameer Abdur Rahman Musa, Dr. Rahman began vomiting and became physically weak during the journey, which prevented him from reaching the venue. Dhaka North Jamaat Ameer Selim Uddin requested prayers for his quick recovery.

The report did not mention whether Dr. Rahman received medical treatment or his current health condition following the incident.