A fire broke out at an office of the Public Works Department (PWD) inside the Jatiya Sangsad (JS) complex this afternoon. The fire erupted at around 3:15 pm at the office of the Executive Engineer of Public Works Department-1, located in the main parliament building. Members of the Fire Service and Civil Defence quickly arrived at the scene and brought the blaze under control within a short time. No casualties were reported, but the exact cause of the fire could not be determined immediately.
Acting Speaker Barrister Kayser Kamal and Secretary of the Jatiya Sangsad Secretariat visited the site shortly after the incident. They were briefed by the concerned officials and issued necessary directives. The Acting Speaker directed the formation of an investigation committee to ascertain the actual cause of the fire, assess the extent of the damage, and recommend measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
According to an official press release issued by the Jatiya Sangsad Secretariat, further details regarding the cause of the fire and related issues will be disclosed after the investigation committee submits its report. The JS complex houses critical government offices and infrastructure, making such incidents particularly concerning for authorities.
The Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining government buildings and infrastructure, including those within the JS complex. This incident highlights the need for stringent safety measures and regular inspections to prevent such occurrences. The swift response by the Fire Service and Civil Defence likely helped minimize potential damage and ensured no casualties were reported.
