Army’s role in national activities is undeniable: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has cited the contribution of Bangladesh army in national activities as inevitable.

She said, “Bangladesh Army has always engaged itself in nation-building activities. The contribution of the army in national activities such as supervising the construction of Padma Bridge, Cox's Bazar-Teknaf Marine Drive road project, Hatirjheel integrated project, construction of Bahaddarhat flyover, construction of Mohipal flyover and construction of Thanchi-Alikadam road etc is undeniable.”

The Premier made remarks while speaking as chief guest at the Bangladesh Infantry Regiment (BIR)-2024 third reunion at the Bangladesh Infantry Regimental Center in Rajshahi Cantonment around 11 am on Saturday (March 2).

Briefly describing various projects taken for the development of the armed forces, the Prime Minister said her government has been implementing different projects to build the armed forces as modern and time-befitting.

She said, “We have built several Infantry divisions, brigades, units and training institutes for the development of the armed forces since assuming power.”

Sheikh Hasina has highly praised the armed forces for brightening the country’s image at home and abroad by their good works.

“Our armed forces have not only earned reputation at home, but also in the international arena by making huge contribution to the United Nations peacekeeping missions,” she said.

The Premier said the armed forces acquired the confidence and trust of the people through their works wherever they go.

She said her government has been building Bangladesh Armed Forces in line with the Forces Goal-2030 which was formulated following the Defence Policy of 1974 adopted by the Father of the Nation.

The Premier thanked the armed forces personnel for standing by the people in especially any natural disaster.

She also said the armed forces have also been contributing immensely to the country’s advancement by taking part in the infrastructure development during the Awami League government across the country.