Bangladesh Navy Chief Admiral M Nazmul Hassan stated that the Navy continues to work for the protection of maritime boundaries, extraction of marine resources, national security, disaster relief, and enhancing the country's image internationally. He made the remarks on Sunday morning at the Bangladesh Naval Academy in Chattogram while addressing the ‘Summer President Parade’ of Midshipman and Direct Entry Officer Batch 2026. The Navy Chief inspected the parade, received the salute, and distributed medals among outstanding trainees.

Midshipman Md Intisar Islam Inan received the Sword of Honour, Midshipman Sadman Sakib Panth received the Navy Chief’s Gold Medal, Acting Sub-Lieutenant Md Abid Shahriar Anu received the Bir Sreshtho Shaheed Ruhul Amin Gold Medal, and Palestinian Army Midshipman Zahid Salah received the BNA International Gold Medal. Admiral Hassan said the Navy is advancing domestic shipbuilding under the government’s ‘Made in Bangladesh’ defense policy, constructing vessels and acquiring modern platforms from friendly nations.

A total of 61 new officers, including five women and two foreign officers, were commissioned through the event, joining the Navy’s mission to safeguard national interests and maritime security.