ZCZC
BSS-07
PM-GAANGCHIL-SPEECH
PM asks Biman to raise passenger services further
DHAKA, Aug 22, 2019 (BSS)- Terming Bangladesh Biman as a ‘symbol of
independence’, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today asked authorities of the
national flag carrier to enhance its reputation by improving passenger
services further.
“It’s a responsibility of all involved in operating the national flag
carrier to retain and increase reputation of Biman by further raising its
passenger services,” she told the induction ceremony of ‘Gaangchil’, Biman’s
third Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, at the VVIP Terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal
International Airport (HSIA) here this afternoon.
Simultaneously, the prime minister called for proper maintenance of the
aircraft of Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
“I’ll like to tell those involved in running Biman to work with utmost
sincerity and patriotism … You’ll have to work keeping in mind that
Bangladesh is our country and Bangladesh Biman is our own asset,” she said.
Mentioning the commissioning of ‘Gaangchil’ today, Sheikh Hasina said,
“I’ll like to request all concerned to take care so that the aircraft can fly
properly spreading its wings.”
The premier said the induction of Gaangchil into the Biman’s fleet is
another milestone for the national flag carrier. “It’s a day of fulfilling
the dream,” she said.
Earlier, the prime minister commissioned ‘Gangchil’ cutting a ribbon at
the VVIP Tarmac of HSIA.
After the inauguration, Sheikh Hasina boarded and inspected inside the
aircraft and talked to its pilots and other crew members.
A munajat was offered on the occasion, seeking continued peace, progress
and prosperity of the nation.
State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism Mahbub Ali, Civil Aviation
and Tourism Secretary Mohibul Haque, Chairman of Board of Directors of Biman
Air Marshal (retd) Muhammad Enamul Bari also spoke at the ceremony.
Managing Director and CEO of Biman Captain Farhat Hasan Jamil delivered the
welcome address. Ministers, advisers, parliament members, the chiefs of three
services, dignitaries and high civil and military officials were present at
the function.
US Ambassador to Bangladesh Earl R. Miller was also present at the
ceremony.
MORE/SH/RY/1520 hrs