The interim government on Thursday called for special prayers across the country seeking the speedy recovery of the former prime minister and BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia.

Muslims have been requested to offer dua after Juma prayers on Friday at all mosques, while temples, churches and pagodas have been asked to hold prayers following their respective religious traditions, according to a Facebook post shared by the Chief Adviser's press wing.

People of all walks of life have also been urged to pray individually for her recovery.

Khaleda Zia has been undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital since 23 November.

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday night visited her at the hospital.

Specialist medical teams from the UK and China have arrived in Bangladesh to assist in the treatment of the BNP chairperson.