A devastating fire in Dhaka, Bangladesh, originating from a biryani restaurant, claimed 43 lives and left many injured. Survivor Mohammad Altaf recounted a narrow escape, highlighting the heroic efforts of colleagues amidst tragedy. The incident underscores ongoing safety challenges in the country, prompting calls for improved regulations and enforcement across all industries to prevent future disasters.
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00:00 A devastating fire engulfed a six-storey building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, claiming the lives of
00:15 at least 43 people and injuring numerous others.
00:20 Originating from a popular biryani restaurant, the blaze quickly spread, leaving victims
00:24 trapped on upper floors.
00:27 Health Minister Samant Lal Sen has confirmed the casualties with 22 individuals in still-critical
00:32 condition battling severe burns.
00:36 Efforts to contain the inferno involved 13 firefighting units battling for more than
00:40 two hours to bring it under control.
00:43 Survivors recounted a traumatic escape, emphasising the heroic efforts of his colleagues and the
00:49 tragic loss of two workers.
00:52 The scene at the Dhaka Medical College Hospital has been mourning, with relatives awaiting
00:57 news of their loved ones.
00:59 The building housed restaurants, clothing houses and mobile phone shops bustling with
01:02 patrons including families with children.
01:06 Doctors have reported that most of the casualties were due to suffocation or injuries sustained
01:11 while attempting to escape.
01:14 Firefighters utilising cranes conducted rescue operations navigating through the card structure.
01:20 The Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence suggest a gas leak or stove malfunction as
01:25 the possible cause, highlighting the hazardous conditions within the building.
01:29 An investigative committee has also been formed to probe the incident, aiming to determine
01:33 its root cause.
01:36 While Bangladesh has made strides in improving safety standards in the government sector
01:40 and economy, thanks to international scrutiny following the past tragedies, other industries
01:45 still lag behind.
01:47 Despite the economic growth, driving construction lacks safety and measures persist, contributing
01:53 to frequent fire incidents.
01:55 Dhaka's densely populated landscape exacerbates the risk, with faulty gas cylinders and electrical
02:01 wiring often cited as catalysts for disaster.
02:05 Despite progress in certain sectors, the nation grapples with systematic issues, necessitating
02:10 the concerted effort to bolster safety regulation and enforcement across all industries.
02:15 Tragic loss of life demands urgent action to prevent future disasters and protect the
02:21 well-being of Bangladesh's citizens.
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