Fire at Secretariat building quickly extinguished in Dhaka

A fire erupted at the Secretariat building in Dhaka on Wednesday, prompting a rapid response from firefighting units deployed to the scene. The blaze was contained and extinguished within a short timeframe, preventing any escalation of the incident.

Emergency services arrived promptly at the multi-story administrative complex, located in the heart of the capital. Their swift intervention ensured the fire did not spread to other sections of the building or cause significant structural damage.

Authorities have not reported any casualties resulting from the incident. An initial assessment indicated that the fire remained localized to a limited area within the Secretariat premises. Investigators are examining the circumstances that led to the outbreak to determine its cause.

The Secretariat building, which houses various government departments and administrative offices, continued operations following the incident, though some sections may have been temporarily affected. Officials have assured the public that the situation is under control and standard security protocols have been implemented.