The New Nation - Internet Edition

BSS, Dhaka

President Professor Dr Iajuddin Ahmed on Tuesday expressed his hope that the members of the Armed Force would be able to keep upholding the glory of the force through the highest excellence of patriotism, professional skill and intense exercise.

In a message on the occasion of the Armed Forces' Day, he also appreciated the members of the armed force for their role in building the nation and maintaining peace and order in the country including facing disaster, side by side of protecting the country's independence and sovereignty.

Describing the Armed Force as the symbol of our dignity, the President also recalled the gallantry, sacrifice and contribution of the force to the War of Liberation in 1971 and pray for the eternal peace of the departed souls of the members of the Armed Force, who sacrificed their lives in the war.

Professor Iajuddin, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Force also extended his profound sympathy to the injured freedom fighters and members of the families of Liberation War martyrs.

The President said the members of the Armed Force have upheld the image of the country to the United Nations (UN) and outer world by discharging their obligations with sincerity and efficiency in the UN peace keeping mission.

He also sought peace for the departed souls of the members of the Armed Force who lost their lives while on duty at the UN peace keeping mission.