Matia Chy passes away

Veteran politician and former minister Matia Chowdhury, a towering figure in Bangladesh's politics, passed away at the age of 82, reports UNB.

She breathed her last at Dhaka's Evercare Hospital on Wednesday afternoon after suffering a cardiac arrest earlier in the day.

Arif Mahmud, general manager of the hospital, confirmed the news saying that she passed away at 12:57 pm.

Matia Chowdhury's death has sent a wave of shock across her constituency, with people from all walks of life grieving for the leader who was fondly known as 'Agnikanya' for her fiery speeches and unwavering dedication to her cause.

Her long-time commitment to public service earned her a special place in the hearts of many, particularly in her constituency of Sherpur-2, where she was elected Member of Parliament for several terms, from 1996 to 2001 and from 2009 until 2024.

Matia's legacy is one defined by her resolute honesty, integrity, and deep-rooted concern for the people she served.

Her contributions to the political arena, from her student days to her time as the Deputy Leader of Parliament, will remain

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