Dhaka: President Mohammed Shahabuddin will pay tribute to martyred BDR (Now BGB) members at Banani military graveyard on Wednesday. The President is scheduled to place a wreath at 10:00 am, marking the National Martyred Army Day, as stated in a notification issued by the Protocol Wing of the President's Office on Monday.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the programme is organized to honour the sacrifices of the BDR members who lost their lives at the BDR (now BGB) headquarters with due dignity and respect. The President's Office has communicated with the Prime Minister's Office, the Armed Forces Division, and other concerned authorities to ensure the smooth execution of the event.
The decision to observe February 25 as National Martyred Army Day was taken by the government on February 23, 2025. This day is set aside to remember and honour the sacrifices of army officers who lost their lives in the Pilkhana incident.