Army chief lauds EME Corps’ role in war and peace

Chief of Army Staff General Waqar-Uz-Zaman on Monday praised the Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (EME) Corps of the Bangladesh Army for its contribution to repairing and maintaining the army's weapons, vehicles and equipment in both war and peacetime.
He was speaking as chief guest at the EME Corps Annual Commanders' Conference 2026 and the 6th Corps Reunion, held on 27 and 28 September at the EME Centre and School (EMECS) in Saidpur Cantonment, Nilphamari.
Addressing commanders of EME Corps units and other officers, the Army chief paid homage to the corps' members who laid down their lives in the Great Liberation War, along with all freedom fighters. He also highlighted the corps' glorious heritage. He exchanged views on the corps' activities, development and ways to improve professional skills. He directed all members to stay ready to face the challenges of the 21st century through modern, up-to-date training. At the reunion, the general witnessed the reunion parade at the EMECS parade ground and addressed serving and former members of the corps.
Stressing the importance of such events in strengthening unity, fellowship and professional bonds among corps members, he urged them to remain dedicated to serving the country and the nation. The colonel commandant of the EME Corps, who is also chairman of the Bangladesh Rural Electrification Board (BREB), attended the programme. Others present included the master general of the Ordnance, the acting general officer commanding (GOC) of the Army Training and Doctrine Command (ARTDOC) and the Adjutant General of the Army.
The GOC of the 66th Infantry Division and Area Commander of Rangpur Area, senior officers from Army Headquarters and Rangpur Area, commanding officers of EME Corps units, and serving and retired officers and other personnel were also present.