By this time, 16 Division from Quetta had also completed its move. This division was given, within its operational control, the whole of north Bengal.
14 Division had Mymensingh, Dhaka and Jessore within its operational control. Its 57 Brigade after having completed its mission on Dhaka was given an independent mission across the river Jamuna in aid of 9 Division. 27 Brigade was to open road and rail links between Comilla-Sylhet prior to its move to Mymensingh. In fulfillment of this mission the brigade launched a vigorous river crossing operation over Meghna and Bhairab Bazar. It was assisted in this operation by tanks, commandos, helicopters and aircraft. In addition, the enemy had landing craft tanks (LCT) and gun boats in its support. This attack lasted over 72 hours.
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