Khaleda's family seeks extension of her suspended prison sentence

The family of BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia on Sunday sought further extension of her suspended prison sentence, reports UNB.
On behalf of Khaleda Zia's younger brother Shamim Iskander, the BNP chief's adviser Bijon Kanti Sarker and her personal secretary Abdus Sattar submitted an application to the home ministry in this regard, said Sayrul Kabir Khan, a member of BNP's media cell.
In the application, Sayrul said Shamim Iskander sought Khaleda's unconditional release and the government's permission to send her abroad for advanced treatment.
Contacted, an official at the home ministry, wishing anonymity, said they received the application and it will be forwarded to the law ministry for a legal opinion.
He said the application will be later sent to the Prime Minister's office with the law ministry's recommendations before taking the final decision on the matter.
So far, the suspension of Khaleda Zia's prison sentence has been extended five times. The current suspension of her sentence will end on March 23.
Earlier on Saturday, Law Minister Anisul Huq said the government will extend the suspension of the BNP chief's jail sentences in two corruption cases if the family files any petition.