CA Yunus urges members of Armed Forces to ensure smooth, festive election

Terming the upcoming national polls a crucial chapter in Bangladesh's democratic transition, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus today (21 November) expressed hope that members of the Armed Forces would perform their duties with utmost efficiency and professionalism to ensure smooth and festive elections.
 
"The upcoming election will be regarded as an important chapter in Bangladesh's democratic transition. I firmly believe the elections will be held in a seamless, festive manner. To arrange this election, members of the Armed Forces will discharge their responsibilities with professionalism and expertise," he said.
 
The chief adviser made the remarks while addressing a reception at Senakunja in Dhaka Cantonment, on the occasion of the Armed Forces Day-2025.
 
Recalling the contribution of the armed forces, Prof Yunus said that since the independence of the country, the armed forces have been working, standing by the people, in nation building and tackling disasters alongside protecting the country's independence and sovereignty.
 
"The armed forces, as always, are continuously reciprocating the trust of the country's citizens by standing by the people during the 2024 student-people uprising and in the ongoing state reconstruction and reform efforts," he said. 
 
"I believe that the Bangladesh Armed Forces, loyal to democratic and disciplined leadership, will maintain this continuity of sacrifice and activity for the country with a combination of their professional skills and patriotism," the chief adviser added.