General Waker-uz-Zaman, Chief of Army Staff, said on Tuesday that Bangladesh Army is working impartially and professionally to improve law and order, recover weapons in joint operations, prevent extrajudicial activities, and uphold the rule of law.
He reaffirmed that the army is a symbol of trust for the nation and its people, urging vigilance against ongoing rumors on social media, while emphasizing integrity, truthfulness, and fairness in duty.
The army chief made the remarks while addressing all ranks of army personnel stationed at Chattogram Cantonment, providing guidance and insights, said a media release of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
In his opening remarks, he offered prayers for the martyrdom of Lieutenant Tanjiim Sarwar Nirjan and expressed his condolences to the bereaved family.
He emphasized that the brave sacrifice of this young officer in service to the motherland would be deeply honored by the Bangladesh Army.
General Waker then shed light on the current security situation in the country and offered various directives regarding the army`s operations.
Later, the army chief visited the Naniarchar Zone Headquarters in the Rangamati Region of the Hill Tracts. During this visit, he instructed maintaining stability, ensuring the safety of the local population, and assisting in their socio-economic development, while remaining prepared to protect the country’s sovereignty.
His visit to the remote hill army camps boosted the morale of the stationed personnel and other security forces.
