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Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 15th March 2026, 6:30 AM
Mirza Abbas, senior member of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Standing Committee and political advisor to the Prime Minister, has been flown to Singapore via air ambulance for urgent medical treatment. The special flight departed from Dhaka at 11:20 a.m. on Sunday, 15 March, according to Abdullah Jamal Chowdhury Aditya, nephew of Mirza Abbas and senior co-president of the Dhaka Metropolitan East unit of the BNP student wing.
“On behalf of the family, we appeal to the nation to offer prayers for his swift recovery,” Mr Chowdhury stated.
Accompanying Mirza Abbas on the air ambulance were his wife, Afroza Abbas, president of the Nationalist Women’s Party, and their elder son, Mirza Yasir Abbas. The aircraft has been specially configured to accommodate medical equipment and a professional healthcare team, ensuring continuous care throughout the journey.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Departure city | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Destination | Singapore |
| Departure time | 15 March, 11:20 a.m. |
| Passengers | 3 (Mirza Abbas, Afroza Abbas, Mirza Yasir Abbas) |
| Aircraft type | Air ambulance (medically equipped) |
| Purpose | Medical treatment and wellbeing |
According to family sources, Mirza Abbas is to receive treatment at a fully equipped modern hospital in Singapore. Every measure has been taken to ensure the safety, comfort, and medical standards aboard the flight, including the presence of a professional medical team if required.
News of his medical evacuation has prompted widespread concern across Bangladesh’s political, social, and cultural spheres. Leaders and supporters of the BNP have expressed their solidarity on social media, sending prayers and best wishes for his speedy recovery.
The family emphasised that public support and prayers remain vital until the completion of his treatment. They hope that, following advanced medical care in Singapore, Mirza Abbas will return to normal health promptly.
Mirza Abbas’s long-standing contributions to politics and social work have made his wellbeing a matter of national interest. The air ambulance journey to Singapore not only secures his medical care but also symbolizes reassurance and protection for his family.
The entire operation underscores the priority given to his health and highlights the commitment of his family to ensuring comprehensive care under the most modern medical standards.
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