DHAKA, Jan 5, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh Army today reaffirmed its “full preparedness” to help conduct the next week’s national elections and referendum in a fair, free and peaceful manner. The army chief put special emphasis on performing duties through professionalism, impartiality, discipline, patience and citizen-friendly behaviour. In previous elections the number of army troops deployed was as high as 42,000. The military operations chief said the armed forces were carrying out regular patrols, joint operations and surveillance activities setting up 544 makeshift camps were set up in 411 upazilas in 62 districts and metropolitan areas. Army, Navy and Air Force helicopters will be deployed in advance at various places across the country to deal with emergency situations, he said.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 06, 2026 02:42 UTC