Tarique Rahman expresses concern over HSIA fire incident

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Saturday expressed concern over the incident of fire at the Cargo Village of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in the city.

In his verified Facebook page, Tarique Rahman said, "I am deeply concerned at the fire that broke out at the Cargo Village of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka. My thoughts and prayers are with all affected, and I sincerely hope that everyone is safe."

"I commend the brave members of the Fire Service, Armed Forces, and other responders who acted swiftly and courageously to contain the fire incidents through showcasing their true dedication to public service," he added.

Urging proper investigation over the recent incidents in the country, the Acting Chairman said, "It is essential that a full and transparent investigation be carried out to determine the cause of these incidents and to strengthen public safety measures for the future, especially given the alarming surge in the frequency of fire incidents recently, including the serious blaze at the factory in the Chattogram Export Processing Zone (CEPZ) and the garments factory in Mirpur."