Dhaka, Dec. 21 -- In a deeply emotional speech delivered before the namaz-e-janaza of Sharif Osman Hadi in Dhaka on Saturday, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus said the nation would remember Hadi forever and strive to realize the ideals he stood for."O dear Osman Hadi, we have not gathered here to bid you farewell.

You live in our hearts, and as long as Bangladesh exists, you will remain in the hearts of its people.

Insha'Allah, no one can take you away from there," he said moments before joining the funeral prayers at the South Plaza of Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban.

The Chief Adviser noted that millions had assembled in waves for the janaza, while countless others across the country and Bangladeshis living abroad were anxiously awaiting...