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The interim government on Thursday called for special prayers across the country seeking the speedy recovery of the former prime minister and BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia.
Muslims have been requested to offer du'a after Juma prayers on Friday at all mosques, while temples, churches and pagodas have been asked to hold prayers following respective religious traditions, according to a Facebook post shared by the chief adviser's press wing.
People of all walks of life have also been urged to pray individually for her recovery.
Khaleda Zia has been undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital since November 23.
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus visited her at the hospital on Wednesday night.
Severe medical teams from the UK and China have arrived in Bangladesh to support the BNP chairperson's treatment.