The Home Minister came up with the remark while addressing a programme to distribute medals among the BGB members for their outstanding performances held at the BGB headquarters here on Tuesday. A total of 46 BGB members were awarded medals in 4 categories in recognition of their heroic and talented work in 2018.
The Home Minister said the important and great responsibility of protecting the country's border is delegated to the BGB. In particular, the BGB has been able to show a special achievement in preventing smuggling of Yaba, Phensedyl and other drugs.
He also said,"You (BGB) are playing a commendable role in the country's constructive work including protecting law and order. BGB members have worked very hard to ensure that the 11th parliamentary elections and upazila elections are held in a fair and beautiful manner, he added.
Congratulating the recipients for the gallant and gratifying work in the BGB activities in 2018, he said,” I strongly believe that you (BGB members) will continue your utmost efforts to increase success in future.”
In his opening speech, BGB Director General Major General Md Shafeenul Islam said extensive development has been made in BGB recently for sincere efforts of the government.
The capability as well as effectiveness of the BGB members has increased greatly for rise of development and facilities. “Today their morale is very high compared to any times in the past. The government's contribution for the development of BGB, will be remembered forever by the BGB and its family members ," he added.