Tragic Aircraft Crash at Dhaka School

A Bangladesh Air Force training jet tragically crashed into the Milestone School and College campus in Dhaka’s northern Uttara area on Monday afternoon. The incident resulted in the death of at least one person and left four others injured. The crash occurred while children were present on the school grounds, causing panic and chaos among students and staff.

Immediate Aftermath and Response

Television footage from the scene showed flames and thick smoke rising from the crash site, indicating the severity of the incident. Emergency services, including fire officials and military personnel, quickly responded to the scene to control the fire and assist those affected. Lima Khan, a fire official, confirmed via phone that one person had died and four others sustained injuries. However, further details about the victims were not disclosed at the time.

Aircraft Details and Investigation

The Bangladesh Army’s public relations office released a statement confirming that the aircraft involved was an F-7 BGI model belonging to the Bangladesh Air Force. The cause of the crash is yet to be determined, and an investigation has been launched to uncover the circumstances leading to this tragic event.

Impact on Community and Safety Concerns

This incident has raised significant safety concerns among residents of Dhaka’s Uttara area, particularly regarding air force training flights over populated regions. The community is mourning the loss while also seeking assurances from authorities about measures to prevent such accidents in the future. The government is expected to address these concerns as part of its ongoing investigation.