Independent candidate for Dhaka-9 and former National Citizens Party (NCP) leader, Tasnim Zara, has formally disclosed her detailed income and assets—both domestic and international—alongside her election nomination papers. This comprehensive declaration is being regarded as a significant step toward financial transparency, enabling voters to better assess the integrity of candidates.
According to her sworn affidavit, Tasnim Zara earns an annual income of BDT 713,597 from her professional medical practice in Bangladesh. In addition, she generates approximately GBP 3,200 (around BDT 527,000) per year from her medical and related work in the United Kingdom. Combined, her total declared annual income amounts to BDT 1,240,597.
Her husband, entrepreneur and researcher Khaled Saifullah, earns GBP 39,800 annually from overseas engagements, equivalent to roughly BDT 6,050,000.
The affidavit also provides a detailed breakdown of Tasnim Zara’s assets and cash holdings, as shown below:
| Asset / Financial Instrument | Amount (BDT) | Amount (Foreign Currency) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 1,913,509 | – |
| Income Tax Paid | 34,057 | – |
| Annual Salary Income | 713,333 | – |
| Bank Savings | 264 | – |
| Cash Holdings | 1,600,000 | £2,270 |
| Jewellery / Ornaments Value | 205,000 | – |
| Husband’s Cash Holdings | 1,500,000 | £6,000 |
The declaration explicitly states that Tasnim Zara has no outstanding loans, liabilities, pending court cases, or government fees. She does not own any residential, commercial, or agricultural properties, nor any non-agricultural land.
Professionally, Tasnim Zara is a qualified medical doctor, while her husband, Khaled Saifullah, is an entrepreneur and researcher. The couple resides in the Chaudhuri Para area of Khilgaon, Dhaka. Tasnim Zara was born on 7 October 1994 and holds an MSc degree. Her father is Fakhrul Hasan, and her mother is Amina Akhtar Dewan.
The full declaration is publicly available on the official website of the Bangladesh Election Commission, enabling citizens to verify candidates’ financial transparency and credibility. This disclosure sets a noteworthy precedent for accountability and integrity ahead of the forthcoming elections, reinforcing the importance of openness in democratic processes.
