A security drill titled "Airport Security Exercise 2025" was conducted today at Shah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram. Photo: CAAB

DHAKA, May 29, 2025 (BSS) - A large-scale security drill titled "Airport Security Exercise 2025" was conducted today at Shah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram to test the airport's emergency response capacity in the event of a bomb threat.

The primary objective of the exercise was to practice the safe evacuation of passengers and the detection, removal, and disposal of a suspected explosive device on board an aircraft, said a press release here. 

The simulation began at 11:00am, with participation from key agencies including the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB), Bangladesh Air Force, Army, Navy, Fire Service and Civil Defence, law enforcement agencies, hospitals, and other relevant stakeholders.

In line with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) guidelines, such exercises are mandated every two years to evaluate the readiness of airports to respond to incidents such as hijackings, fire hazards, and bomb threats.

CAAB Chairman Air Vice Marshal Md Monjur Kabir Bhuiyan attended the exercise as the chief guest. 

In his remarks, he expressed appreciation for the active participation and seamless coordination among all agencies involved.

Bhuiyan emphasized the importance of regular training and rehearsals, noting that effective response to aviation threats require constant preparedness. 

"This exercise, in accordance with ICAO directives, demonstrates our ability to respond swiftly and efficiently," he said.

Praising the professionalism of the participating teams, the CAAB chairman called on all agencies to remain committed to their duties in the national interest.

The Bangladesh Air Force provided an aircraft and a helicopter for the exercise.