Forces Goal 2030

Forces Goal 2030 is a long-term modernisation program for Bangladesh Armed Forces. Its main purpose is expanding the force size, acquiring modern war-machines and providing next level training. The goal also emphasises developing indigenous defence industries.

Forces Goal 2030 is the first planned attempt to modernise the Bangladesh Armed Forces. Modernization was neglected in Bangladesh and no extensive measures were taken previously. Forces Goal 2030 emphasises quality equipment with better training and increasing mobility.

The plan is to make the Bangladesh Army a well-trained, well-armed force that can defend from conventional and unconventional threats. The Bangladesh Army planned to conduct its activities under three independent corps – Central, Eastern and Western. The number of infantry divisions was to be increased to ten. Currently there are nine infantry divisions including two newly formed ones, the 17th infantry division at Sylhet and 10th infantry division at Ramu in Cox's Bazar. Another infantry division is under formation at the Lebukhali of Patuakhali District, to be completed in 2016. A riverine brigade is being formed at Mithamain of Kishoreganj District. A full-fledged cantonment is being established at Ruma of Bandarban District.

The mobility of the force is being improved as per the plan. Many new APCs were procured, such as BTR-80, Otokar Cobra and BOV M11. A contract was signed for 330 BTR-80 APC and 10 Armoured recovery vehicles via a $1 billion deal with Russia, whose delivery started from the end of 2016.

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