Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Treasurer M. Rashiduzzaman Millat expressed deep sorrow following the death of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia on December 30, 2025, calling her a symbol of democratic struggle. India's External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, is confirmed to attend the funeral in Dhaka. The report also touches upon the return of Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on December 25 and the party's strategy for upcoming elections under the interim government.