Dhaka, Jan. 27 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday expressed deep shock at the death of retired Major General KM Shafiullah, one of the sector commanders of the Liberation War and former army chief.

In a condolence message, Prof Yunus said KM Shafiullah played an important role as a sector commander during the 1971 Liberation War, reports BSS.

In 1971, he was the second chief of the 2nd East Bengal Regiment in Joydevpur, the Chief Adviser said, reports BSS.

Shafiullah led the 'S' Force during the Liberation War, while he received the title of 'Bir Uttam' for his remarkable contribution to the Liberation War, he said.

After the country achieved independence, Prof Yunus said, KM Shafiullah served as the army chief from 1...