Army chief oversees firing of newly inducted Tiger MLRS

Chief of Army Staff General SM Shafiuddin Ahmed has visited the firing of newly inducted Tiger Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) in Bangladesh Army at Shilkali Field Firing Range, Cox's Bazar, reports BSS. 

"The expansion and modernization of Bangladesh Army is a timely step in the light of Forces Goal-2030 formulated under the direction of the Prime Minister to realize the unfinished dream of the Father of the Nation", said the chief on Tuesday. 

"In continuation of this, the firing of Tiger MLRS with a range of 120 km was held for the first time on the soil of Bangladesh, which is a significant event in the history of Bangladesh Army and Bangladesh", he added.

"The newly added Turkey-made Tiger Missile System in the Bangladesh Army has given a new level to our offensive capabilities," said a press release quoting the Chief.

The senior officers of the Armed Forces Division were present, among others.