Dhaka, Dec 30 (V7N) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief and condolences over the death of former Bangladesh Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.

On Tuesday (December 30), Prime Minister Modi shared a condolence message on social media, accompanied by two photographs taken with Begum Khaleda Zia.

In his post, Modi wrote, “I express deep sorrow at the death of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia.”

He further added, “May Almighty God give her family the strength to bear this tragic loss.”

Paying tribute to her political legacy, the Indian Prime Minister said, “As the first woman Prime Minister of Bangladesh, she made significant contributions to the development of the country and to India-Bangladesh relations, which will be remembered forever.”

Sharing a photograph from his 2015 visit to Dhaka, Modi recalled his meeting with Begum Khaleda Zia, stating, “That meeting remains memorable for me. May the Almighty grant peace to her soul.”

Begum Khaleda Zia, the first female Prime Minister of Bangladesh, served the nation three times and played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s democratic journey and regional diplomacy. Her passing has drawn condolences from leaders across the world.

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