The great language movement

Since its inception in 1948, Ansar Bahini has contributed significantly to every important moment in history. Ansar platoon commander Abdul Jabbar of Mymensingh was martyred in the great language movement. This force is proud of his sacrifice and contribution.

Pak India war

During the historic Indo-Pak War in 1965, Ansar forces were deployed along with the then EPR to defend the BOP in the country's border outposts.

Hurricane of 1970

During the disastrous cyclone of 1970, Ansar forces played a role in relief and rehabilitation.

Great Liberation War

At the beginning of the Great War of Liberation on 17 April 1971 at Amrakanan (Mujibnagar) in Meherpur, 12 brave Ansar members along with Ansar Platoon Commander Yad Ali gave a 'guard of honour' to the first government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh. Responding to the call of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the greatest Bengali father of the nation, 9 officers, 3 employees and 658 Ansar members of Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defense Force were martyred by participating in the great liberation war. The 40 thousand three not three rifles of this force were the main force of the war of independence. In recognition of their contribution in the Great War of Liberation, 1 member of this force was awarded the title of Vir Bikram and 2 members were awarded the title of Vir Prateek.

natural disaster

These forces have made important contributions in dealing with natural disasters at various times after the Great War of Liberation. Especially during the terrible floods of 1988 and 1998, members of Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defense Force actively participated in relief and rehabilitation activities.

Railways and Railways

About 8,328 members of Bangladesh Ansar and Gram Pratriksha Bani in Operation Rail Raksha 2013/14 have earned the trust of all by being engaged in security duties at 1,041 high-risk points in 36 districts. In 2015 also, 8,896 members of this force were deployed in 1,112 of 37 districts. At points risking life to protect railway safety. Last year 07 members were killed in various accidents.

Roads and highways

With the aim of suppressing political instability and terrorism and militancy, 11,916 members of Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defense Force performed security duties at 993 high-risk points on roads and highways across the country from 2013 to 2015. Last year, 28 members, including 11 seriously, were injured while on duty.

Airports and land ports

General and battalion Ansar members are risking their lives to protect the security of the land ports including the national and international airports of the country. Recently, while on duty at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Sohag Ali, an Ansar member, was killed while bravely fighting terrorists. Most recently, Firoz Hossain, an ordinary Ansar member, was killed by a smuggler at Benapole land port.

hilly area

Since 1976 Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defense Force Battalion Ansar have been responsible for maintaining peace and order in the Chittagong Hill Tracts area and 19 people have been martyred in the war. Besides, about three hundred members died prematurely due to various reasons. In addition, about a hundred Hill Ansar and Hill VDP members were killed in various frontal battles and conflicts in the hilly areas.

election

Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defense Force have an important role in protecting public security in various elections including National Parliament. The presence of women voters in polling stations has increased significantly, especially as a result of the deployment of women security personnel. Many of our members were seriously injured and killed to ensure free, fair and peaceful elections. Last year 05 VDP women members including 01 male members were killed while on duty in various elections.

offensive

In addition, more than half a hundred members were seriously injured in various anti-terrorism and anti-militancy operations, including the Holy Artisan, in weapons recovery, frontal warfare, and sabotage.

In sports

Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defense Forces are playing an important role in sports. In 2004, the army received the 'Freedom Medal' in recognition of its significant contribution to the practice of sports and the development of national sports. The sports team of the army won the honor of becoming the champion in Bangladesh Games 4 times in a row. Last year, the sports team of the army won 98 gold, 71 silver and 77 bronze medals in various national sports competitions and won 09 gold, 07 silver in international sports. , and won 11 bronze medals.