In separate condolence messages, the president and the CA conveyed their heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved families and prayed for eternal peace of the departed souls.

They asked the officials concerned to ensure proper treatment of the injured and carry out operation for relief and rehabilitation.

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia, Awami League President Sheikh Hasina and Jatiya Party Chairman HM Ershad in separate messages also expressed deep sorrow at the loss of lives and property in landslides in Chittagong following heavy rains for the last few days.