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Ministry Of Defence (Bangladesh)
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) () is a Bangladeshi government ministry. The MoD is headed by the Minister of Defence, a civilian and member of cabinet. The post is usually held by the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, who also serves as the President's second-in-command of the military. The MoD exercises supreme command authority over the Bangladesh Armed Forces. Organisational structure Parliament is constitutionally responsible for working with the president and the service chiefs in ensuring the nation's defence. In practice, however, members of Parliament have never played a significant role in either national defence planning or defence budgeting, the Defence Secretary does. Agencies and departments under the Ministry of Defence The list of agencies and departments under the Ministry of Defence of Bangladesh are given below: Defence Forces * Bangladesh Army * Bangladesh Navy * Bangladesh Air Force Inter-Forces institutions * Directorate General of Medical Services (DGMS ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Government Seal Of Bangladesh
The Government Seal of Bangladesh () is the Seal (emblem), official seal of the People's Republic of Bangladesh. It is used by the Government of Bangladesh in official documents including passports. Design of the seal The seal features the same design elements as the first flag of Bangladesh in a circular setting. The outer white ring is shown with the caption of the official name of the Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh () with four red 5-pointed stars, symbolising Bengali nationalism, nationalism, Socialism in Bangladesh, socialism, Democracy in Bangladesh, democracy, Secularism in Bangladesh, secularism, the four key principles of the Republic enshrined in the Constitution of Bangladesh, Constitution. In the center is the country map on a red disc. History of the seal The seal was adopted as the temporary National Emblem of Bangladesh by the Provisional Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh popularly known as the ''Mujibnagar Government'', whic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bangladesh Air Force
The Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) () is the aerial warfare branch of the Bangladesh Armed Forces. The air force is primarily responsible for air defence of Bangladesh's sovereign territory as well as providing air support to the Bangladesh Army and Bangladesh Navy. Furthermore, the BAF has a territorial role in providing tactical and strategic air transport and logistics capability for the country. Since its establishment on 28 September 1971, the Bangladesh Air Force has been involved in various combat and humanitarian operations, from the Bangladesh Liberation War in which it was born, to support international efforts including United Nations peacekeeping missions. Operation Kilo Flight was a famous operation conducted by the Bangladesh Air Force during the Bangladesh Liberation War. History Foundation The Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) was officially formed on 28 September 1971 during the Bangladesh Liberation War, and consisted of revolting Bengali officers and airmen who de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Cadet Colleges In Bangladesh
Cadet College is a residential special high school and college established in Bangladesh on the model of English public schools. It was put under the direct management and supervision of the armed forces of the country and military education was made compulsory in it. After the liberation of Bangladesh, The Cadet Colleges Order (PO 89) of 1972 issued guidelines for restructuring the councils and governing bodies of the cadet colleges. According to new provisions, the Education Minister became the ex-officio chairman of the council and the divisional commissioner the chairman of the governing body. The Cadet College Act 1973 brought some changes in the provisions. The two management bodies of the cadet colleges were further restructured and were placed under direct control of the Ministry of Defence. There have been periodic changes in the management structure because of changes in the government, but the basic principles have so far remained undisturbed. At present, the Adjutant ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Inter-Services Public Relations (Bangladesh)
The Inter-Services Public Relations (Reporting mark, Reporting name: ISPR) is the public relations division of the Bangladesh Armed Forces. It disseminates military news and information to the country's media and general public. History In 1972, the Inter-Services Public Relations Department was established in order to carry out the campaign and public relations work of the Bangladesh Armed Forces and other inter-organisation organisations. Earlier, offices of Inter-Services Public Relations Office with 37 personnel were established in a small section of the office of the Ministry of Defence, in the old High Court building. Zahid Hossain was its first director. Due to the increase in the scope of this work, in 1977, the manpower increased by 56 along with the organisation's restructuring. In 1982, the organisational structure of this directorate was restructured with the order issued from the Secretariat of the Chief Martial Law Administrator and the manpower of the office wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bangladesh Armed Services Board
The Bangladesh Armed Services Board () is a Bangladesh government body under the Ministry of Defence responsible for the welfare of serving and retired military personnel. The director general of the board is Md. Saiful Alam Bhuiyan of the Bangladesh Army. The director of the Bangladesh Armed Services Board also sits on the Board of Directors of Sena Kalyan Sangstha. History The British Raj established the Soldiers, Sailors and Airmens Board to look after the welfare of retired and serving personnel in India. After the Partition of India it was renamed to Pakistan Armed Services Board which was renamed to Bangladesh Armed Services Board after the independence of Bangladesh in 1971. Under the Bangladesh Armed Services Board are 20 District Armed Services Boards based in different regions of Bangladesh. The boards channels funds from Royal Commonwealth Ex-Services League to former soldiers who served in the British colonial army and their widows. 11 former personnel and 149 wid ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Inter Services Selection Board (Bangladesh)
The Inter Services Selection Board (colloquially known as ISSB) is a military organization for the selection of candidates in the Bangladesh Armed Forces: the Bangladesh Army, army, the Bangladesh Navy, navy, and the Bangladesh Air Force, air force. It was formed in 1976. References External links * Military of Bangladesh Bangladesh Army Bangladesh Navy Bangladesh Air Force Selection of military officers Government agencies of Bangladesh Government agencies established in 1976 1976 establishments in Bangladesh Ministry of Defence (Bangladesh) {{Bangladesh-mil-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Military Engineer Services (Bangladesh)
The Military Engineer Services is a government organisation in Bangladesh which is responsible for Military Infrastructure Development, maintenance and preservation of their creations. As the Public Works Department (PWD) of Bangladesh serves the public, this organisation only serves the Bangladesh Armed Forces. Major General Hasan Uz Zaman is the current E in C. Structure of MES History After the independence of India and Pakistan, the name changed to Military Engineer Services East Pakistan. But the headquarters of the organisation was in West Pakistan. After the independence of Bangladesh, the name changed to Military Engineer Services Bangladesh and it started to serve the Bangladesh Armed Forces since 1975. Major General Fazlur Rahman Al Mamun is the first E in C of Military Engineer Services of Bangladesh. Zones all cantonments of the country and Mirpur DOHS , Military Hospitals, offices and residential areas which is under the Bangladesh Armed Forces The Ban ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bangladesh Ordnance Factories
Bangladesh Ordnance Factories (BOF) is the largest industrial supplier of the Bangladesh Army. Situated in Gazipur, it produces arms, ammunition, and equipment for the Bangladesh Armed Forces. History The establishment of a rifle factory and small-arms ammunition plant for Pakistan Army began in 1968 with the technical and financial assistance of the People's Republic of China. The facility was inaugurated on 6 April 1970. Although it suffered considerable damage during the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971, its capabilities have been restored and expanded since. In 1982–1983, BMR (Balancing, Modernization, Replacement) works started which was completed in 1987. After the BMR, the yearly production target of the factory was determined to be 2500 rifles and 15 million ammunition per annum. Project on establishment of 'Automatic Assault Rifle BD-08' factory was under taken in 2004-2005 and it was successfully implemented in the year 2008. In June 2021, a Turkey 105 mm and 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Armed Forces Institute Of Pathology, Bangladesh
The Armed Forces Institute of Pathology is a medical research laboratory and premier diagnostic institution of the Bangladesh Armed Forces. It is situated in Dhaka Cantonment. Major General Nishat Jubaida is the current commandant and Brigadier General Abdullah-Al-Baki (LPR) is the current consultant of this institution. History The Army Pathological Laboratory (APL) was established as a small laboratory in 1951 as part of the Pakistan Army. After the independence of Bangladesh it became part of the Bangladesh Army The Bangladesh Army () is the land warfare branch, and the largest component of the Bangladesh Armed Forces. The primary mission of the Army is to defend the land of Bangladesh from any external attack. Control of personnel and operations is ad .... In 1974, APL was restructured and re-equipped with modern equipment. In 1987, the institute was awarded the Independence Day Award. In 1991, APL was renamed to Armed Forces Institute of Pathology. This institute is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Armed Forces Medical Institute
Armed Forces Medical Institute (AFMI) is the premier educational institute of the Army Medical Corps of Bangladesh Army. Immediately after liberation in 1971 to cope with the expansion of Armed Forces and to ensure efficient medical support at all levels, it was felt necessary to establish an institute for imparting training to Army Medical Corps (AMS), Army Dental Corps (ADC) and Armed Forces Nursing Services (AFNS) officers and other paramedics on various professional matters. It came into being on 2 January 1976. Objectives The ultimate objective of the AFMI is to turn each and every member of the AMC, ADC and AFNS into military medical personnel of advanced knowledge and expertise, capable of matching the challenge of handling modern war casualty, as well as peacetime patient care and to impart professional training and run courses for AMC, ADC, AFNS officers and ORS. AFMI is well keeping with the nation building motto of the Government. As a part of its human resource developm ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Armed Forces Medical College (Bangladesh)
The Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) is a public medical school located in Dhaka Cantonment, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Until 2008, it was affiliated with the University of Dhaka. Currently it is affiliated with Bangladesh University of Professionals. A major general of Bangladesh Army's medical corps is the Commandant of the college. History The Army Medical Corps (AMC) of Bangladesh Armed Forces The Bangladesh Armed Forces () is the Armed forces, military force of Bangladesh. It consists of three uniformed organizations, they are the Bangladesh Army, the Bangladesh Navy, and the Bangladesh Air Force. The Armed Forces is under the juri ... requires induction of a good number of doctors every year. It has been observed that newly graduated doctors from the existing medical colleges can't always fulfill the requirements of the armed forces. Therefore, the government has decided to establish the AFMC to meet the requirement of militarily motivated and qualitatively better med ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Military Institute Of Science And Technology
Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) is a public engineering university in Bangladesh, located at Mirpur Cantonment, Dhaka. MIST is a government engineering and technological research institution under The Ministry of Defence. Government of Bangladesh established MIST in 1998 for providing B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Phil. and PhD degrees in engineering. MIST is a PhD granting public research institution in Bangladesh specialized in engineering. MIST is the only government engineering university of the Ministry of Defence of Bangladesh. MIST conducts twelve engineering and architecture departments under four faculties.Major departments have achieved accreditation from the Board of Accreditation for Engineering & Technical Education (BAETE), Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) and accreditation work for other departments is ongoing. A large number of MIST alumni are active in notable engineering, research and non-engineering roles in Bangladesh and abroad. A stud ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
