Grameenphone (GP), Bangladesh’s leading telecommunications service provider, has signed a five-year strategic partnership with Bangladesh Ansar and VDP to support digital transformation, modernise communications and strengthen operational capabilities across the force’s nationwide operations.
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed recently at the Bangladesh Ansar and VDP Headquarters in Khilgaon, Dhaka, by Nurul Ferdous Musanna, Head of Government and Strategic Business at Grameenphone, and Mohammad Noore Alam Siddique, BVM, Director (Operations) of Bangladesh Ansar and VDP.
Grameenphone said in a press release that the partnership reflects a shared commitment to using technology and connectivity to enhance institutional efficiency, improve communication systems and enable technology-driven services for Bangladesh Ansar and VDP.
Through the collaboration, Grameenphone will provide its nationwide connectivity network, digital expertise and enterprise solutions to help Bangladesh Ansar and VDP strengthen its technology infrastructure and support its ongoing modernisation efforts.
The signing ceremony was attended by Grameenphone Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Yasir Azman, Chief Business Officer (CBO) Dr Asif Naimur Rashid, Head of Law Enforcement Agencies Business Helal Uddin Ahmed, Key Account Manager, Government and Strategic Business Kazi Nusrat, and Strategic Account Manager, Government and Strategic Business Arman Sikder.
Representing Bangladesh Ansar and VDP were Director General (DG) Major General Abdul Motaleb Sazzad Mahmud, SGP, BAM, ndu, afwc, psc; Additional Director General (ADG) Brigadier General Mamunur Rashid, ndc, psc; Deputy Director General (Administration) Colonel Byzid Mohammad Tareq Junaed, psc, G, PhD; Deputy Director General (Training) Md Rafiqul Islam, BVM, PVMS, BVMS; Deputy Director (Communication) Kauser Jahan; and other officials from the organisation.
Yasir Azman said the agreement demonstrates both organisations’ commitment to applying technology in support of national development.
“We are honoured to support the digital transformation journey of Bangladesh Ansar and VDP with our digital expertise and connectivity solutions,” Azman said. “Together, we aim to enhance operational capabilities, improve efficiency and enable smarter, technology-driven services that create lasting value for the people of Bangladesh.”
Major General Abdul Motaleb Sazzad Mahmud said technology would remain a key driver as Bangladesh Ansar and VDP continues its journey towards modernisation and operational excellence.
“This partnership with Grameenphone represents an important step in strengthening our digital capabilities and enhancing organisational efficiency,” he said. “We look forward to working together to build a more connected, agile and future-ready force.”
The partnership is expected to support Bangladesh Ansar and VDP’s efforts to adopt more efficient digital systems while expanding the role of technology in national security, community resilience and socio-economic development.
