United News of Bangladesh

Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman visited Rangpur on Tuesday to review security arrangements and troop activities under the ‘In Aid to the Civil Power’ operation ahead of the national election. During the visit, the Army Chief inspected deployed troops, provided guidance and exchanged views with the civil administration to ensure a free, fair and impartial election. He emphasised professionalism, neutrality, discipline, patience and citizen-friendly conduct in carrying out duties. General Waker-Uz-Zaman also attended a meeting at the Rangpur Circuit House with senior military officials, divisional and district administration representatives, and officers from law enforcement agencies. Army chief says 3,619 weapons looted during Bangladesh’s 2024 uprising Discussions focused on inter-agency coordination and overall security management to facilitate a peaceful and smooth election process. Senior officials present included the General Officer Commanding of the Army Training and Doctrine Command, the GOC of the 66th Infantry Division and Area Commander of Rangpur, top military officials from Army Headquarters and Rangpur Area, the Rangpur Divisional Commissioner, the Rangpur Range DIG, and key civil administration and law enforcement officers. Media representatives were also present.

Bangladesh Army chief General Waker-uz-Zaman called on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna on Saturday. General Waker-uz-Zaman briefed the Chief Adviser about his recent visit to the United States and Canada during the meeting. Rohingya Crisis: Prof Yunus seeks urgent int’l conf to find solution The army chief returned home on Friday after an 11-day official visit to the US and Canada. During the visit, the army chief met UN high officials related to the peacekeeping missions at its headquarters as well as high-ranking military and civil officials of the US and Canada, including the USarmy chief.