BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia mourns Suranjit Sengupta’s death

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia has expressed her condolences at the passing away of veteran parliamentarian and Awami League leader Suranjit Sengupta.

In a statement on Sunday, the BNP leader recognised Suranjit’s work on the Bangladesh constitution, his role in democratic politics and vocal support of social progress.

“Our people will never forget his contributions to the independence movement of our country as an organiser during the Liberation War.”

“During his long involvement in politics he always fought for the rights of our people and our country and played a notable role in the struggle for freedom and democratic rights.”

Khaleda Zia also expressed her sympathies for the bereaved family in the statement.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir paid his respects to the late politician at Dhakeswari Temple.

BNP Vice Chairman Nitoy Roy Chowdhury, Chairman’s Press Wing Official Shairul Kabir and Rafiqul Islam Rasel accompanied the secretary general.

Suranjit’s passing away was an irreparable loss to Bangladesh’s politics, Mirza Fakhrul told the press.

Suranjit Sengupta died around 4:10am on Sunday at Labaid Hospital in Dhaka at the age of 71.