Fire on a launch in Bangladesh

Photo: The Assam Tribune

30 Passengers Killed, Over 100 Injured On Ferry In Bangladesh

In a shocking incident, at least 30 people lost their lives, and over 100 received injuries due to a fire on a ferry in Bangladesh, on December 24. Reportedly, the launch was going to Barguna from Dhaka, carrying over 700 passengers. The incident happened on Sungandha River at Gabkhan-Dhansiri area in Jhalokathi. The injured ones were sent to Jhalokathi Sadar Hospital and Barishal Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital. 

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 - 10:55 AM / by Brijesh Goswami

Tags: Ferry, Bangladesh, Passengers, Sungandha River, Jhalokathi