Bailey Road fire: Five survivors still in critical condition

Five survivors of the deadly Bailey Road building blaze are still in a precarious state and will continue to undergo treatment at the hospital, according to Health Minister Samanta Lal Sen.

However, six other patients receiving treatment at the Sheikh Hasina National Burn and Plastic Surgery Institute have recovered sufficiently to be discharged, he said during a visit to the facility on Saturday, reports bdnews24.com.

"As of this morning, 11 patients were undergoing treatment at the burn institute. Five of them will remain hospitalised as they're not out of danger yet. The others will be discharged."

“The patients who are still under medical care suffered burns to their airways and are experiencing some complications as a result,” according to the minister.

"We've decided to keep them for further observation. We'll review their condition over the next few days to determine the next steps."

Samanta Lal Sen also announced the formation of a 17-strong medical board to oversee the treatment of the injured.

"The prime minister called me last night and said the government will cover all expenses for these patients. We already have a fund for such cases, and additional funds were provided today."

At least 46 people died after a fire raced through the seven-storey Green Cozy Cottage, housing mostly restaurants, on Thursday evening.

The injured were rushed to Dhaka Medical College Hospital and the Sheikh Hasina National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery for treatment. However, no victims of the blaze are currently receiving care at DMCH.