Fatikchhari: A fire broke out at Narayanhat Bazar in Fatikchhari upazila, gutting at least seven shops around 2 am on Monday. It was suspected that the fire originated from an electric short-circuit and quickly spread.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, local Upazila Parishad member Tarek Bin Salam Tipu reported that the fire caused damage estimated at Taka 10 lakh. A fire service team promptly responded to the incident and is currently working to manage the blaze, stated Fatikchhari Fire Station Officer Monir.
Rescue and extinguishing efforts are ongoing, and further details will be provided later.