No space for militancy on our soil, says senior Bangladesh Army officer

UMROI (MEGHALAYA): A high-ranking Bangladesh Army officer, Major General Chowdhury Mohammed Aizizul Haque Hazary, stated on Monday that Bangladesh unequivocally rejects the presence of militancy within its borders, emphasizing that the country has never served as a sanctuary for militants.

Major General Hazary, currently serving as the General Officer Commanding of 17 Division and the Area Commander of Sylhet Area, is leading a contingent from the Bangladesh Army in an Indo-Bangladesh joint training exercise.

"Bangladesh was never a safe haven (for militants). There is no space for militancy on Bangladeshi soil. Our Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has repeatedly said that. Both countries have military cooperation sharing intelligence and at the state level also there is good cooperation," conveyed Major General Hazary.

He affirmed that Bangladesh and India are firmly aligned in their stance against militancy.

"The Bangladesh Army is combat-ready to minimize and neutralize any threat from militants," he assured.

Major General Ajay Feroze Shah, General Officer Commanding of 20 Mountain Division, commended the camaraderie and integration between the two armed forces during the joint exercise, further enhancing their capabilities.

"Any army endeavors to be prepared for any contingencies, and both armies are ready," he affirmed.

The primary objective of the joint exercise is to combat the menace of terrorism, as articulated by the Indian Army officer.

The bilateral Military Exercise SAMPRITI-XI, which has been underway in Umroi since October 3, has provided both the Indian and Bangladeshi Armies with substantial learning opportunities.

The Bangladesh contingent is composed of 170 soldiers from the 52 Infantry Brigade, while the Indian contingent comprises 170 soldiers from the 15th Battalion of the Rajput Regiment under the aegis of the 66 Mountain Brigade.

In total, 340 soldiers from both the Bangladeshi and Indian Armies have shared their experiences gained from conducting various operations worldwide.

The exercise that took place here facilitated the exchange of valuable combat experiences and best practices, further fostering cooperation and camaraderie among the troops. A friendly volleyball match and a campfire on the final day were among the activities that strengthened the bonds between the two armies.

The Indo-Bangladesh joint exercise, organized annually and hosted alternately by India and Bangladesh under the name SAMPRITI, has been fostering military cooperation since its inception in 2009 when the first exercise was held in Jorhat, Assam

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