Prime Minister Tarique Rahman stated that members of the President Guard Regiment (PGR) are performing their duties with patriotism but emphasized that, as a specialized force, the PGR cannot afford to lag behind in training and technology. He made these remarks on Sunday afternoon at the 51st founding anniversary ceremony of the PGR held at Dhaka Cantonment.

The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of preparedness across all forces to face socioeconomic and cyber challenges. He said the government has taken initiatives to further modernize the armed forces, stressing that courage, honesty, and loyalty are essential alongside modern security strategies and technological skills. He also underscored the need for all officers and employees to strictly follow the chain of command.

Rahman noted that the armed forces’ significant role in the 1971 Liberation War has deeply connected them with the people of Bangladesh. He praised the PGR’s challenging duties and their commendable performance in difficult situations.