Tarique Rahman Age, Wiki and Bio

Tarique Rahman

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician
NationalityBangladeshi
Date of Birth20/11/1965
Age60 years
BirthplaceDhaka, Bangladesh

Bio/Wiki

Other Names
  • Tarique Zia
  • Tarek Zia
NicknamePinu
Famous forBeing acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and the son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 8" (173cm)
Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

School
  • BAF Shaheen School, Dhaka
  • St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Dhaka
College/University
  • Dhaka Residential Model College, Dhaka
  • Adamjee Cantonment College, Dhaka
  • University of Dhaka, Dhaka
DegreeBachelor's degree in Law and International Relations

Personal Life

ReligionIslam (Bengali Muslim)
HometownDhaka, Bangladesh
Zodiac SignScorpio

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date03/02/1994
Wife/SpouseZubaida Rahman (Physician)
Children
SonNone
DaughterZaima Rahman (Barrister)

Family

FatherZiaur Rahman (deceased) (Bangladeshi military officer, Politician)
MotherKhaleda Zia (Politician)
Siblings
BrotherArafat Rahman (deceased) (Bangladeshi cricket organizer)
SisterNone

Career

Political PartyBangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)
Political JourneyTarique Rahman began his political journey by joining the BNP in 1988. He played a crucial role in reforming the party's approach towards politics, focusing on productivity and development. He participated actively in grassroots movements, especially during the Awami League's rule from 1996 to 2001, and was heavily involved in coordinating national election campaigns. Despite facing numerous controversies and legal challenges, including being accused of mastermind roles in attacks and corruption, he maintained a significant influence within the BNP. After a long stint in London due to legal issues, he has recently returned and expressed intentions to contest the upcoming national elections.

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/trahmanbnp/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/tariquerahman.bdbnp/
YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@tariquerahman6301
Twitterhttps://x.com/trahmanbnp

Some Lesser Known Facts

Tarique comes from a prominent political family in Bangladesh, with both of his parents having held significant political positions.
He started his political career at a young age, influencing the direction of the BNP.
In 2015, he established a public relations firm in London, initially listing his nationality as British.
Tarique has faced multiple legal cases and charges, which his party alleges were politically motivated.