Bangladesh Air Force Jet Crashes Into Dhaka School

In a shocking and tragic incident, a Bangladesh Air Force jet crashed into a school building in the capital city of Dhaka during regular school hours. The devastating crash occurred around 10:30 AM local time, when classrooms were filled with students and teachers. According to initial reports from emergency services and local authorities, at least 16 people have lost their lives, and more than 100 others are injured, many of them children.

The aircraft, reportedly a training jet belonging to the Bangladesh Air Force, was on a routine flight when it encountered technical difficulties. Eyewitnesses say the jet was flying unusually low before it suddenly veered off course and plummeted into the school premises. The impact caused a massive explosion, followed by fire and widespread destruction of the school’s main building.

Rescue operations began immediately after the crash, with firefighters, police, and military personnel rushing to the scene. Emergency responders worked tirelessly to pull trapped students and staff from the rubble. Several ambulances were seen transporting the injured to nearby hospitals, where many are reported to be in critical condition. Families of the students and school employees gathered at the site in anguish, searching for their loved ones and seeking answers.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed her deep sorrow over the incident, offering condolences to the families of the victims and pledging full government support for medical treatment and reconstruction efforts. “We stand by every affected family in this moment of grief. A full investigation will be carried out to determine the cause of this tragic accident,” she said in a statement issued by her office.

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that a technical malfunction may have led to the crash, but emphasized that a thorough investigation by an aviation safety board is underway. Meanwhile, the Air Force has grounded similar aircraft models pending further safety inspections.

Classes at the school have been suspended indefinitely, and grief counseling is being provided for surviving students, teachers, and families. The Education Ministry also announced that emergency repairs and safety assessments will be conducted at schools located near flight paths and military zones.

This incident has sparked renewed debates about the safety of schools located close to military facilities or flight training zones. Several citizens and education advocates have raised concerns about the risks posed to children when military aircraft operate near populated urban areas.

As the city mourns this heartbreaking loss, flags across government institutions have been lowered to half-mast. A national day of mourning has also been declared to honor the memory of those who lost their lives in the crash.

Investigators are expected to release preliminary findings in the coming days, which may provide more clarity on how this tragedy occurred and what steps can be taken to prevent such disasters in the future.

For now, Bangladesh stands united in grief, offering prayers and support to the victims and their families during this unimaginable time.

— Reporting by Naqsh News and other Agencies

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