India, Dec. 1 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed "deep concern" over the health of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia and said that India is ready to "extend all possible support in whatever way we can".

PM Modi's remarks came just hours after Zia's party leaders reportedly said that she is "extremely unwell" and that the former Bangladesh prime minister has been placed on ventilation.

In a post on X, the PM wrote, "Deeply concerned to learn about the health of Begum Khaleda Zia, who has contributed to Bangladesh's public life for many years. Our sincere prayers and best wishes for her speedy recovery. India stands ready to extend all possible support, in whatever way we can."

Khaleda Zia, the 80-year-old chairperson of ...