Dhaka, Feb 27 /DNA/: The Bangladesh Army has implemented another significant round of high-level command postings, marking the second major reshuffle within just one week.
The changes, confirmed by sources at the Ministry of Defence and Army Headquarters, involve key leadership roles at the Army Headquarters, premier training institutions, and operational commands.
The latest adjustments come amid ongoing restructuring following the formation of the new government under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman earlier this month. The first wave of changes on February 22 saw appointments to critical positions including the Chief of General Staff (CGS), Principal Staff Officer (PSO) of the Armed Forces Division, and Director General of the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), alongside shifts in several infantry divisions.
In the new round of postings, effective immediately:Lt Gen Mohammad Shaheenul Haque, previously serving as Commandant of the National Defence College (NDC), has been appointed as the new Quartermaster General (QMG) at Army Headquarters.
Lt Gen Muhammad Faizur Rahman, who held the QMG position since October 2024 and has prior experience including a stint as Director General of DGFI, has been transferred to become the new Commandant of the National Defence College (NDC).
Further changes at the major general level include: Maj Gen Hossain Al Morshed, formerly General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 19 Infantry Division and Area Commander, Ghatail (and noted for his previous role as Director General of the National Security Intelligence), has been appointed as the new Adjutant General at Army Headquarters.
Maj Gen Md Hakimuzzaman, the outgoing Adjutant General, has been posted as the new Commandant of the Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST).
Maj Gen Md Nasim Parvez, previously Commandant of MIST, has been transferred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Maj Gen Mohammad Kamrul Hasan, who was GOC of the 66 Infantry Division and Area Commander, Rangpur, has been reassigned as GOC & Area Commander, Logistics Area, Dhaka Cantonment.
Maj Gen Muhammad Mostagousur Rahman Khan, the previous GOC & Area Commander of the Logistics Area, Dhaka Cantonment, has retired upon completion of his regular service term.
These developments reflect a continued effort to realign senior leadership in key administrative, logistical, educational, and operational roles. Military analysts note that such frequent reshuffles in the early days of a new administration are aimed at consolidating control, refreshing command structures, and addressing institutional priorities.
The Bangladesh Army, one of the most respected institutions in the country, plays a vital role in national security, disaster response, and UN peacekeeping operations. The rapid succession of top-level changes underscores the dynamic transition period following the recent political developments.
Official statements from Army Headquarters have not yet detailed the rationale behind individual postings, but sources indicate these moves are part of routine yet accelerated administrative adjustments. No disruptions to ongoing military operations or readiness have been reported.
As the government settles in, further personnel movements across the armed forces remain possible in the coming weeks.
