Condolence motion in Parliament over deaths of four MPs and eminent persons

Later, after observing one minute's silence in their memory, prayers were offered. Religious Affairs Minister Mohammad Shamim Kaisar conducted the prayers.

Among the former MPs in the condolence motion were Manowar Hossain Chowdhury of the Awami League, whose activities are currently banned; valiant freedom fighter and journalist Muhammad Shafiqur Rahman; and BNP's Salahuddin Ahmed and Abdul Hai. Condolence was also expressed over the death of former Constituent Assembly member and valiant freedom fighter Abu Taher Abdul Muntakim.

Also included in the condolence motion were Ameena Begum, mother of Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid, Minister of Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Ministry; Mosammat Maksuda Khanam, mother of Mohammad Salman Omar, MP for Mymensingh-1; writer, researcher and thinker Professor Saeed Ur Rahman; and prominent journalist Amir Khosru.

In addition, on behalf of the National Parliament, deep condolence was expressed for persons killed in accidents in various places at home and abroad. Prayers were sought for the forgiveness of their departed souls, and sincere condolences were extended to the members of the bereaved families.

While placing the condolence motions, the Speaker said that if the name of any eminent person or persons has been omitted from the condolence motions placed, their names and brief biographies, if sent to the Parliament Secretariat, would be considered for inclusion in the condolence motions later.

Later, the condolence motions placed were passed unanimously in Parliament.