Alhaz GK Mushahid, an artist, inventor, and researcher, has created a portrait of Begum Khaleda Zia titled “Mother of Non-Violent Politics: Begum Khaleda Zia.” The artwork also carries the expressive line “Tears of a Homeless Leader: Destitute but Unconquerable,” reflecting the artist’s interpretation of her struggles and political journey.
Begum Khaleda Zia was Bangladesh’s first female Prime Minister and a major figure in the country’s political history. She played an important role in the mass movement against military rule in the 1980s and 1990, became Prime Minister in 1991, and led the restoration of the parliamentary system of government. Her political journey included years of leadership, political challenges, imprisonment, and house arrest. She passed away on 30 December 2025, at the age of 80.
Through this portrait, Alhaz GK Mushahid seeks to preserve her image and historical memory as part of Bangladesh’s democratic journey.
The artwork is created on Real Thin-Tailed Sheepskin, an innovative artistic canvas developed through Alhaz GK Mushahid’s research. Designed for exceptional durability and the potential to preserve artworks for thousands of years under suitable conditions, this distinctive medium reflects the artist’s vision of preserving important personalities and historical memories for future generations.
For Alhaz GK Mushahid, art is more than creativity—it is a way to preserve history, honour remarkable personalities, and carry their memories into the future.