Mirza Abbas, senior member of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Standing Committee and political advisor to the Prime Minister, has been airlifted to Singapore for advanced medical treatment. The specially equipped air ambulance departed from Dhaka at 11:20 a.m. on Sunday, 15 March. This information was confirmed by his nephew, Abdullah Jamal Chowdhury Aditya, senior co-president of the Dhaka Metropolitan East unit of the BNP student wing.
Mr Chowdhury urged the public to keep Mirza Abbas in their thoughts and prayers. “The family requests the nation’s support and prayers for his swift recovery,” he said.
Family on Board
Accompanying Mirza Abbas were his wife, Afroza Abbas, president of the Nationalist Women’s Party, and his eldest son, Mirza Yasir Abbas. The air ambulance has been specially modified to accommodate medical equipment and, if necessary, a team of healthcare professionals to ensure uninterrupted care during the journey.
Flight and Medical Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Departure | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Destination | Singapore |
| Date & Time | 15 March, 11:20 a.m. |
| Passengers | 3 (Mirza Abbas, Afroza Abbas, Mirza Yasir Abbas) |
| Aircraft | Air ambulance (fully medicalised) |
| Purpose | Ensure health, treatment, and safety |
The family confirmed that Mirza Abbas will be treated at a fully equipped modern hospital in Singapore. All necessary arrangements have been made to ensure the highest standards of medical care and safety, both on the flight and upon arrival.
Public Support and Well-Wishes
News of his medical evacuation has drawn attention and concern from political, social, and cultural circles across the country. BNP leaders and supporters have expressed their solidarity and prayers through social media, wishing him a full and speedy recovery.
The family highlighted the importance of public support and prayers throughout the duration of his treatment. They are hopeful that following advanced medical intervention in Singapore, Mirza Abbas will soon regain full health.
His decades-long engagement in political and social activities has made his wellbeing a matter of national interest. The air ambulance journey not only ensures his immediate medical needs are met but also represents a commitment to his family’s reassurance and security.
The operation reflects meticulous planning to safeguard his health and comfort, illustrating both the seriousness of the medical mission and the prioritisation of patient care in critical situations.