In her speech on Armed Forces Day on Saturday, Hasina extended greetings to her fellow countrymen, including members of the Armed Forces while pointing out that it was not possible to organise a reception in Senakunja this year due to the coronavirus epidemic. Bangladesh observes Nov 21 as Armed Forces Day signifying the day in 1971, when the three armed forces -- army, navy and air force -- launched a coordinated offensive against the invading Pakistani forces. In keeping with this outlook, the government has formulated the Forces Goal-2030, based on Bangabandhu's defence policy of 1974, which was formulated as the Father of the Nation realised the need for an advanced and professional Armed Forces, according to Hasina. She also underscored the devotion and sacrifice with which members of the Armed Forces have continued to carry out their duties throughout the country's history as she lauded their role in combatting the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Hasina also noted that the Awami League government was the first to appoint women members to the Armed Forces.

Source: bd News24 November 21, 2020 13:41 UTC