Who Is Tarique Rahman? Bangladesh's Next PM To be: Check His Net Worth and Political Journey

Tarique Rahman, also known as Tarique Zia, has become one of the most influential political figures in Bangladesh after the February 2026 national elections, where the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secured a historic majority. He is expected to be named as Bangladesh's next Prime Minister which will be a major political shift after the 2024 uprising that removed Sheikh Hasina from power.

Early Life and Political Background

Born on November 20, 1965, Tarique Rahman is the son of Bangladesh's founding president Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, and is a part of the country's long-standing political dynasty.

He entered politics in the late 1980s, mobilising grassroots workers during the anti-Ershad movement and later supporting BNP's successful 1991 election campaign. Rahman served as acting BNP chairperson from 2018 during Khaleda Zia's imprisonment and was formally appointed party chairperson in January 2026 after her death.

After living in exile in London since 2008 due to legal cases filed during the Awami League era, he returned to Bangladesh in December 2025, setting the stage for BNP's electoral comeback.

2026 Election Victory and India's Response

BNP's sweeping win in the 2026 Bangladesh elections made Tarique Rahman a strong contender for prime minister-designate. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated him on his success.

He said, "I conveyed my best wishes and support in his endeavour to fulfil the aspirations of the people of Bangladesh. As two close neighbours with deep-rooted historical and cultural ties, I reaffirmed India's continued commitment to the peace, progress, and prosperity of both our peoples."

Tarique Rahman Net Worth and Assets

According to his election affidavit: tarique rehman has an Annual income of Tk 6.76 lakh which is equivalent to Rs. 5,00,720.66 (from shares, bonds, and bank deposits).

He also has Bank deposits of around Tk 1.23 crore, including Tk 31.6 lakh in savings/current accounts. Also shares worth approximately Tk 68.5 lakh. Other assets like furniture under Tk 2 lakh and gold worth Tk 2,950.

Family Assets

His wife Dr. Zubaida Rahman reportedly earns Tk 35.6 lakh annually and holds about Tk 1 crore in bank deposits, including Tk 66.5 lakh in current savings.

The family also owns over 2 acres of land in Bogura. Inherited land in Gazipur and Cox's Bazar from his late brother Arafat Rahman Koko. Shared ownership of 111.25 decimals of land and an 800-sq-ft duplex house.

Controversies and Political Challenges

As per the publicly available information, Tarique Rahman has faced corruption allegations linked to the 2001-2006 BNP government and was arrested during the 2007 military-backed administration charges his supporters describe as politically motivated. Despite years in exile, he remained the de facto leader of BNP, guiding the party's organisational revival and electoral resurgence, culminating in the 2026 victory.