
Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman attended a three-day programme in Chattogram marking the Artillery Regiment’s 45th Annual Commanders’ Conference, sixth reunion, 11th Colonel Commandant induction ceremony and the Golden Jubilee of the Artillery Centre and School.
The events were held from November 3 to 5 at the Artillery Centre and School in Halishahar.
During the programme, the army chief paid tribute to the martyrs of the Liberation War and highlighted the Artillery Regiment’s significant contributions to the Bangladesh Army.
The annual conference focused on the regiment’s overall development, modernising training to meet evolving battlefield challenges, effective use of technology and strengthening future operational capabilities.
General Waker-Uz-Zaman also provided guidance on maintaining professional excellence and operational readiness amid changing security dynamics and modern warfare.
Later, he attended the reunion programme and witnessed a colourful parade. Addressing serving and retired members of the regiment, he underscored the importance of unity, mutual respect and camaraderie.
He also highlighted the Artillery Centre and School’s contributions to training and developing artillery personnel over the past five decades.