Army wins Inter-Service Azan-Qirat title

The Inter-Service Azan and Qirat Competition 2026, involving all three branches of the Bangladesh Armed Forces, concluded on Wednesday.

Bangladesh Army emerged as champions and the Bangladesh Navy secured the runners-up position.

The closing ceremony and prize distribution were held at Shaheen Mosque, Air Force Base Bashar, Dhaka Cantonment.

Organised under the overall supervision of the Bangladesh Air Force, the four-day competition began on April 12 and featured participants from the Bangladesh Army, Navy and Air Force.

Army dominates Qirat category

In the Qirat (recitation of the Holy Quran) category, Lance Corporal Md Golam Murshed Shuvo of the Bangladesh Army secured first place. Lance Corporal Khan Abdullah, also from the Army, finished second, while Sergeant Md Sohel Rana claimed third position.

Air Force excels in Azan category

In the Azan (call to prayer) competition, Warrant Officer Md Azimul Haidar of the Bangladesh Air Force won first place. Warrant Officer Md Mahtab Ali of the Bangladesh Army came second, while Sergeant (MODC) Sultan Ahmed of the Bangladesh Air Force secured third position.

Senior officials attend closing ceremony

Air Vice Marshal Syed Saidur Rahman, Air Officer Commanding of Air Force Base Bashar, attended the programme as the chief guest. He distributed prizes among the winners and expressed appreciation for the participants’ performances.

Senior officers from the Army, Navy and Air Force, along with other personnel, were present at the event.