Prepare for any sacrifice for nation Army Chief urges soldiers
Staff Reporter :
General Waker-uz-Zaman, Chief of Army Staff of Bangladesh, has called upon members of the armed forces to remain prepared for any sacrifices necessary in the interest of the nation.
He made this appeal during the 17th installation ceremony of the ‘Colonel of the Regiment’ of the historic East Bengal Regiment, held at the Shaheed M R Chowdhury Parade Ground in the East Bengal Regimental Centre, Chattogram.
In his address, General Waker-uz-Zaman highlighted the significant strides made by the Bangladesh Army in recent years.
“Through the addition of modern, technology-driven, and combat-ready weaponry and equipment, the army’s operational capabilities have been considerably enhanced,” he stated.
He also emphasised ongoing efforts to further bolster the army’s strength through the Engineers Defence Industry.
“I am committed to ensuring the supply of modern and combat-effective weapons and equipment to our forces,” he affirmed.
The Army Chief expressed his confidence in the professionalism and dedication of the East Bengal Regiment’s personnel.
“Each member of this regiment will perform their assigned duties with the utmost professionalism and will not hesitate to lay down their lives, if necessary, for the country,” he said.
As part of the ceremony, General Waker-uz-Zaman formally assumed the honorary role of ‘Colonel of the Regiment’ of the East Bengal Regiment, taking on its guardianship in accordance with military traditions.
Earlier in the day, he was accorded a ceremonial reception upon his arrival at the parade ground, including a guard of honor by a distinguished contingent of the regiment.
Following the ceremony, the Army Chief inaugurated the 37th Annual Commanders’ Conference of the East Bengal Regiment.
Addressing the attendees, he urged all members of the regiment to remain ever-prepared to face the challenges of the 21st century through advanced, mission-focused training.
The event was attended by senior officials from Army Headquarters, the Army Training and Doctrine Command, local formations, and the East Bengal Regiment, as well as personnel from various ranks.