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Army Chief urges new officers to face challenges with courage
Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman has urged newly commissioned officers to prioritise patriotism and demonstrate courage in handling any situation.
The Army Chief made the remarks during the President’s Parade, marking the commissioning of new officers at the Bangladesh Military Academy (BMA) Parade Ground in Chattogram on Tuesday.
Speaking at the event, General Waker-Uz-Zaman emphasised the grave responsibility placed on the new officers to safeguard the country's independence and sovereignty.
"You (newly commissioned officers) have to be ready to face any challenge," he said.
Highlighting the importance of patriotism, he said, "Patriotism should be given the highest importance in keeping the military consciousness and values in harmony and in taking any decision."
He also urged the newly commissioned officers to set exemplary standards for their subordinates in the workplace.
Waker-Uz-Zaman reiterated that discipline is the cornerstone of the army. "The army is an institution where discipline is the main driving force; all the prescribed rules and regulations are conducted here. It will take a conscience to make the final decision on any matter. You should not forget that the working people of the country have contributed a lot to build you."
A total of 231 officer cadets, including 24 female cadets, were commissioned from the 87th BMA Long Course and the 59th BMA Special Course.
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The parade began at 9 am at the BMA Parade Ground in Bhatiari. The Army Chief, as the chief guest, inspected the parade and received the salute.
On arrival at the venue, General Waker-Uz-Zaman was welcomed by the General Officer Commanding, Army Training and Doctrine Command, the General Officer Commanding 24 Infantry Division, and the Commandant of the Bangladesh Military Academy.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, the newly commissioned officers were adorned with rank badges by their proud parents.
The event was attended by the Commandant of Sri Lanka Military Academy, along with senior civil and military officials from home and abroad.
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Army Chief leaves for official visit to US and Canada
Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman on Tuesday departed for an official visit to the United States and Canada, according to Inter Services Public Relation Directorate (ISPR).
During the visit, General Waker-Uz-Zaman will participate in discussions with senior military and civilian officials at the United Nations headquarters, the US, and Canada.
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The discussions will focus on issues related to UN peacekeeping missions, enhancing the capabilities of the Bangladesh Army, strengthening bilateral relations, and outlining future strategies for cooperation.
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Army chief inspects military activities in Jashore, Savar, Dhaka ahead of polls
Chief of Army Staff General SM Shafiuddin Ahmed on Thursday visited the activities of Bangladesh Army deployed in Dhaka, Jashore and Savar region as the country gears up for the 12th parliamentary elections.
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The Inter Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR) said in a press release on Thursday that the army chief visited the activities of the Bangladesh Army deployed in Jashore region to assist the civil administration on January 7, according to the ISPR.
During the visit, he exchanged views with the soldiers on duty and gave necessary directions.
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General Officer Commanding (GOC), 55 Infantry Division and Area Commander Jashore Area, senior military officials of the Army Headquarters, local civil administration and law enforcement agencies were present on the occasion.
After visiting the Jashore region, the army chief inspected the activities of the army personnel deployed in Savar and Dhaka and gave necessary directives.
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Army chief meets President
Chief of Army Staff General SM Shafiuddin Ahmed on Sunday paid a courtesy call on President Mohammed Shahabuddin at Bangabhaban on Sunday afternoon.
President's press secretary Joynal Abedin briefed reporters after the meeting.
During the meeting, the army chief briefed the President about the overall activities of Bangladesh Army.
He highlighted the various steps taken for the development of the army and progress of implementation.
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President Sahabuddin expressed his satisfaction over the activities of the army and said that the development activities of the army will continue in the light of Forces Goal-2030.
Mentioning the glory of Bangladesh army, the President hoped that the army would continue its activities for socio-economic development alongside protecting the sovereignty of the country.
During the meeting, the army chief also briefed the President about various aspects of his recent visit to India.
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Lack of awareness fuels dengue menace: Army Chief
Mentioning that creating awareness on dengue among the public is a must, Chief of Army Staff General S M Shafiuddin Ahmed has said that due to the lack of awareness, dengue outbreak and fatalities are both increasing at an alarming rate across the country.
The army chief said this while inaugurating the Dengue Eradication Campaign at Dhaka Cantonment on Sunday.
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In his directional speech, General Shafiuddin emphasized awareness and directed to take necessary measures to eliminate dengue in all cantonments including Dhaka.
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Army Chief visits flood-affected areas in Sylhet
Chief of Army Staff General S M Shafiuddin Ahmed on Sunday asked the members of the Bangladesh army to work sincerely for the flood-affected people.
The Army Chief gave the instruction while visiting various flood affected areas of Sylhet district on Sunday.
During the visit, the Chief of Army Staff distributed relief items among the flood victims at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Hi-Tech Park of Companyganj upazila and its nearby flood-hit areas and spoke to the flood-affected people, says a media release of Inter Service Public Relation (ISPR) directorate here on Sunday evening.
During the time, the Chief of Army Staff asked the Army members to continue their rescue efforts relentlessly as well as to conduct emergency relief operations and provide medical assistance.
He also gave instruction to the army members for providing all possible assistance in dealing with the flood situation through all-out self-sacrifice.
Calling upon all to come forward to deal with the emerging situation, the Chief of Army Staff said, "If we all work together, we will be able to deal with this disaster."
Therefore, the members of the army have to work most sincerely with the attitude of abandonment altogether, he said.
The army chief also assured to provide all kinds of assistance activities in the aftermath of the floods.
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Among others, Master General of Ordnance Md. Abu Sayed Siddique, GOC of 17th Infantry Division Major General Hamidul Haque, senior military officers of Army Headquarters, Superintendent of Police of Sylhet District and media personnel were present.
The 17th Infantry Division of the Sylhet Region of the Bangladesh Army has been performing their duties since June 17 in Sylhet Sadar, Kompaniganj, Kanaighat, Joyintapur and Gowainghat Upazilas of Sylhet District and Sunamganj Sadar, Chhatak, Doara Bazar, Dirai and Jamalganj Upazilas of Sunamganj District , and also in Kumargaon Power Station.
Various river transports of other formations of the Army have been deployed in the Sylhet area to assist in the rescue operation. In addition, members of the Commando Battalion have participated in the rescue operation. At the same time, a navy team has been taking part in the rescue operation with the army in Sylhet area.
In view of the deteriorating flood situation in Netrokona, some 125 Army members of the 19th Infantry Division from Ghatail area have been deployed since June 18 in Khaliajuri Upazila of Netrakona to control the flood situation, rescue operations, distribute relief and provide medical assistance.
At the behest of the Chief of Army Staff, the other formations of the Bangladesh Army are closely monitoring the flood situation in their respective jurisdiction areas of responsibility and they are ready to assist the civilian administration.
The Army Chief has instructed the Bangladesh Army, a symbol of the nation's confidence, to continue these humanitarian activities until the flood situation returns to normal, the ISPR media release added.
2 years ago
Army Chief inaugurates IPAMS website, logo
Chief of Army Staff General SM Shafiuddin Ahmed unveiled and inaugurated the logo and the website of the 46th INDO-PACIFIC ARMIES MANAGEMENT SEMINAR (IPAMS) at the Army Multipurpose Complex in Dhaka Cantonment on Tuesday.
Senior Army officers and members of USARPAC were present in the programme.
The 46th IPAMS will be held in Dhaka and Cox's Bazar on 12-15 September next under the joint management of Bangladesh Army and US Army Pacific (USARPAC), says an Inter Service Public Relation (ISPR) Directorate media release on Tuesday.
A three-day medium level coordination meeting was held between the members of US Army Pacific (USARPAC) and the members of Bangladesh Army from 12 June on the occasion of the seminar.
The medium level coordination meeting has been discussed various issues for cooperation, sympathy, and joint efforts together among the United States Army and the Indo-Pacific Army and also for greater interest to the region and the conference is held annually every year to determine the appropriate course of action.
This year, the Bangladesh Army will host this global conference for the third time.
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This time the theme of the conference is fixed considering the recent important security issues of the army of Allied countries. The theme is "Possibilities and Adversities for Maintaining Peace and Stability in the Indo-Pacific Region"
In the current Corona situation, the international conference on such a big issue in the international arena is undoubtedly a bold initiative for the Bangladesh Army.
Bilateral relations between the two countries will be strengthened through the professional communication between the armies of Bangladesh and the United States Army alongside the development of the overall relationship.
The conference will be attended by senior military officials, including the army chiefs of more than 30 countries in the Indo-Pacific region. This will brighten the image of the country and the quality of professionalism of the army will be revealed in the international arena.
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India gets a new Army chief
General Manoj Pande on Saturday became the first officer from the Corps of Engineers to take over as the new Indian Army chief.
General Pande, who was previously the Vice Chief of the Army, succeeded General MM Naravane on his superannuation. He had earlier headed the Eastern Army Command headquartered in the city of Kolkata.
An alumnus of the coveted National Defence Academy, General Pande was commissioned in the Indian Army's Corps of Engineers way back in December 1982.
Earlier in the day, the outgoing Army chief called on Indian President Ram Nath Kovind, the commander-in-chief of the military, and the Defence Minister.
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"General Manoj Mukund Naravane, Chief of the Army Staff, along with his wife Smt Veena Naravane, called on President Ram Nath Kovind and First Lady Smt Savita Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhavan," the President's Office tweeted.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also tweeted: "Wonderful meeting with Army Chief, Gen MM Naravane, who's retiring today after serving the nation for 42 yrs. His contributions as a military leader has strengthened India’s defence capabilities and preparedness."
With 1.4 million personnel, the Indian Army is the world's second-largest military force.
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Bangladesh Army to become a global-standard force to be emulated: Army Chief
Chief of Army Staff General S M Shafiuddin Ahmed on Wednesday said that Bangladesh army will be developed to a level of global standards so others can emulate it.
The army chief said this while addressing the closing and award-giving ceremony of Bangladesh Army Firing Competition-2022 at Cumilla Cantonment.
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In his directional speech, General Shafiuddin emphasized on training and instructed all army personnel to achieve maximum efficiency in firing through rigorous training.
He expressed his firm belief that the Bangladesh Army will always stand by the government and the people in facing any challenge of the country, said an Inter Service Public Relation (ISPR) Press Release.
Earlier, General Shafiuddin distributed prizes among the winners as the chief guest.
The firing competition started on 27 February last month under the overall management of 33 Infantry Division.
A total of 16 teams of Bangladesh Army from different regions participated in this competition.
In the competition, 7 independent ADA brigade team became champion and 11 infantry division team became runners up.
Corporal Md Abdul Alim of 11 infantry division team was named 1st Best and Soldier Tuhin Mia 2nd Firer and Captain Syeda Rafia Zaman was named Best Female Firer.
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The ceremony was attended by senior officers of the Army Headquarters and Cumilla region as well as officers of various units and organizations, JCOs and other ranks of army members.
The professionalism of the army and its skills in firing are very important. Firing exercises are an integral part of basic military training.
Everyone present at the event expressed hope that this firing competition would serve as a source of inspiration in improving the quality of training of the army.
2 years ago
Army chief unveils Indian Army's UN journal titled 'Blue Helmet Odyssey'
Army chief Manoj Mukund Naravane on Saturday unveiled Indian Army's United Nation Journal, titled 'Blue Helmet Odyssey', reports ANI.
The journal defines the UN Footprints of the Indian Army and its commitment towards UN Peacekeeping.
"#ArmyDay General MM Naravane #COAS unveiled Indian Army's #UnitedNation Journal, titled "Blue Helmet Odyssey" on #ArmyDay. The journal defines the UN Footprints of #IndianArmy and its commitment towards UN Peacekeeping. #InStrideWithTheFuture #AmritMahotsav," tweeted the Additional Directorate General of Public Information, IHQ of Ministry of Defence (Army) today morning.
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"Lt Gen CP Mohanty #VCOAS and Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi #DCOAS(IS&C) were also present during the unveiling ceremony. (2/2) #InStrideWithTheFuture #AmritMahotsav," the tweet further said.
India celebrates Army Day on January 15 every year to acknowledge the importance of the Indian Army and honour the sacrifices of soldiers. On this day in 1949, Field Marshal Kodandera M Cariappa took over as the Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Francis Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India.
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