A devastating military jet crash occurred in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Monday during a school lunch break, claiming the lives of nearly all 31 people aboard. The incident has left the nation in deep mourning, with the majority of the victims being children. The crash site was near a school, where dozens of students were present, resulting in severe injuries for many others.
Raiyan, a 14-year-old student, was among those treated at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for burns sustained in the tragedy. The government has declared a national day of mourning, with schools and public institutions closing for the occasion. Families of the victims have expressed profound grief, while authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
The tragedy has sparked widespread outrage and calls for increased safety measures in military operations involving civilian areas. While the government has not yet released details of the crash, the incident has raised concerns about the risks associated with military activities near populated regions. As the nation comes to terms with this loss, the focus remains on supporting the affected families and ensuring that such a tragedy does not occur again.