President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday expressed profound shock and sorrow at the casualties in a devastating fire at a building on Bailey Road in the capital.
In a condolence message, the head of state prayed for the eternal peace of the departed souls of the victims and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved family members.
In a message of condolence, the prime minister prayed for peace for the departed souls and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved families, said an official release of press wing of prime minister, reports BSS.
The prime minister also asked the authorities concerned to take prompt measures to give proper treatment to the injured persons.
She appreciated those who were engaged in controlling the blaze quickly.
The president wished early recovery of the injured in the blaze.