, Oct. 14 -- BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Tuesday expressed deep shock and sorrow over the devastating fire at a garment factory and a chemical warehouse in the Shialbari area of Mirpur, urging a transparent investigation to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.

In a post on his verified Facebook page, the BNP leader said, "I am deeply saddened by the tragic fire at the Mirpur RMG factory and chemical warehouse that claimed at least 16 lives. May Allah grant eternal peace to the departed souls, and may He bless the injured with a swift and full recovery."

He said heartbreaking incidents like these keep repeating, leaving behind grief and many questions. The BNP leader said the nation must work to ensure workplace saf...