‘Army working impartially, professionally to improve law and order’

Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman said on Tuesday that the 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 emphasising 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, read a media release of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

In his opening remarks, he offered prayers for the martyrdom of Lieutenant Tanjim Sarwar Nirjan and expressed his condolences to the bereaved family.

He emphasised that the brave sacrifice of this young officer in service to the motherland would be deeply honoured 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.

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.