The chaos and horror of the tragic event claim lives and amplify fears of safety in the area, marking one of Bangladesh's deadliest aviation disasters.
**Tragedy in Dhaka: Fighter Jet Crashes into Primary School, Claiming Lives**
**Tragedy in Dhaka: Fighter Jet Crashes into Primary School, Claiming Lives**
A heartbreaking incident in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where a military fighter jet crashed into a primary school on Monday, leaving a devastating impact on the community.
The Bangladesh Air Force faced a profound tragedy on Monday when an F-7 fighter jet crashed into the Milestone School and College in Dhaka during a training flight. Witnesses shared their horror, with 18-year-old student Ahnaf Bin Hasan describing the impact as "30 or 40 thunderbolts falling from the sky." The chaos unfolded as students, many under the age of 12, were either waiting to be picked up after classes or engaging in routine activities like snacking. The crash resulted in at least 31 fatalities and left over 100 injured, an aftermath echoing throughout the Uttara neighborhood.
Ahnaf outlined his harrowing experience of survival, having found himself only 30 feet away from the catastrophe. As the jet nosedived and struck the school, he instinctively dropped to the ground, witnessing flames and smoke engulfing his surroundings. His quick instincts motivated him to assist fellow students, rescuing victims despite being burned himself.
The pilot, who ejected moments before the crash, tragically succumbed to his injuries. Family members of the deceased faced a bureaucratic maze in identifying their loved ones, underscoring the struggles of grief amidst governmental procedures. Particularly heart-wrenching was the case of 11-year-old Wakia Firdous Nidhi, whose father desperately searched hospitals until tragedy struck again as the family awaited the release of her body due to the required DNA tests for identification.
As the distress for families grew, stories of survival also surfaced. One mother recounted how a simple decision to provide her son with money instead of lunch saved his life. In stark contrast, another father endured an unimaginable loss, burying one child only to hear that his other child had perished as well.
Amidst these stories, some emerged as heroes; one teacher, Mahreen Chowdhury, risked her life to save dozens of children, ultimately succumbing to severe burns. Meanwhile, the military and education authorities faced scrutiny over reported discrepancies regarding casualty figures, igniting concerns of a possible cover-up.
Students and teachers alike continue to grapple with the psychological scars of that fateful day, with Ahnaf admitting that every sound triggers his trauma. The neighborhood, accustomed to flights overhead near the international airport, now lives with a haunting memory, as the community seeks solace and answers following this unprecedented tragedy.
Ahnaf outlined his harrowing experience of survival, having found himself only 30 feet away from the catastrophe. As the jet nosedived and struck the school, he instinctively dropped to the ground, witnessing flames and smoke engulfing his surroundings. His quick instincts motivated him to assist fellow students, rescuing victims despite being burned himself.
The pilot, who ejected moments before the crash, tragically succumbed to his injuries. Family members of the deceased faced a bureaucratic maze in identifying their loved ones, underscoring the struggles of grief amidst governmental procedures. Particularly heart-wrenching was the case of 11-year-old Wakia Firdous Nidhi, whose father desperately searched hospitals until tragedy struck again as the family awaited the release of her body due to the required DNA tests for identification.
As the distress for families grew, stories of survival also surfaced. One mother recounted how a simple decision to provide her son with money instead of lunch saved his life. In stark contrast, another father endured an unimaginable loss, burying one child only to hear that his other child had perished as well.
Amidst these stories, some emerged as heroes; one teacher, Mahreen Chowdhury, risked her life to save dozens of children, ultimately succumbing to severe burns. Meanwhile, the military and education authorities faced scrutiny over reported discrepancies regarding casualty figures, igniting concerns of a possible cover-up.
Students and teachers alike continue to grapple with the psychological scars of that fateful day, with Ahnaf admitting that every sound triggers his trauma. The neighborhood, accustomed to flights overhead near the international airport, now lives with a haunting memory, as the community seeks solace and answers following this unprecedented tragedy.
