BNS Mongla
| BNS Mongla | |
|---|---|
| Mongla, Khulna, Bangladesh | |
| Site information | |
| Type | Naval base |
| Controlled by | Bangladesh Navy |
| Website | http://navy.mil.bd/ |
| Site history | |
| In use | 1987 - present |
| Garrison information | |
| Current commander | Rear Admiral Golam Sadeq[1] |
BNS Mongla is a naval base of the Bangladesh Navy located in the southwestern part of Bangladesh.[2] It is situated on the banks of the Pussur River in Mongla Upazila of Bagerhat district, about 70 kilometers south of Khulna city.
Functions
For its military importance, BNS Mongla serves as an important base for the protection of the country's economy on Mongla port channel.[3]
See also
References
- ^ "Board of Directors". Khulna Shipyard.
- ^ "Bangladesh-India holds joint naval patrol at Bay of Bengal". The Business Standard. May 24, 2022.
- ^ "Bangladesh Navy ships open for public display on Victory Day". The Business Standard. December 14, 2021.