Dhaka, April 21 -- BNP Standing Committee Member Mirza Abbas is gradually recovering, his wife Afroza Abbas said on Tuesday afternoon.

She said the BNP leader is currently undergoing regular therapy and his condition has improved significantly.

"He is receiving therapy every day. Alhamdulillah, by the grace of Allah, his condition is now better. He is slowly recovering and his physical condition has improved a lot," Afroza said, urging everyone to pray for Abbas' speedy and full recovery.

Mirza Abbas was admitted to Prince Court Medical Centre in Malaysia on April 14 for physiotherapy.

Earlier on March 11, he fell ill after suddenly losing consciousness during Iftar and was admitted to Evercare Hospital in Dhaka.

A medical team of ne...