Dhaka, March 4 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Wednesday praised the patriotism and professionalism of the members of Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Party and assured continued development of the force.

The Prime Minister made the remarks during a courtesy call by the Director General of Ansar and VDP, Major General Abdul Motaleb Sazzad Mahmud at the Prime Minister's Office at the Secretariat, said PM's Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon.

During the meeting, they exchanged greetings and discussed the force's ongoing activities and future plans.

The Prime Minister commended Ansar and VDP personnel for their tireless efforts in maintaining peace and security and serving the public interest.

He directed the force to...