Latest Update: Training aircraft crashes in Uttara

A training aircraft of the Air Force has crashed in the Diabari area of Uttara, Dhaka. The accident occurred on Monday at 1:18 PM. Fire service personnel reported that the plane crashed above the canteen of Milestone School and College in Uttara.

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Death toll rises to 31, 165 injured in Uttara plane crash
The death toll from the crash of an Air Force fighter jet near Milestone School and College in Uttara has risen to 31, with 165 people injured.

The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) office updated the figures by noon on Tuesday, July 22, one day after the tragic accident on Monday, July 21.

Crashed plane was military combat aircraft, not training jet: ISPR
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has confirmed that the aircraft that crashed into a building of Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka, was not a training plane but a combat aircraft. On Tuesday (22 July), ISPR clarified the matter in an official statement.

Strict security at National Burn Institute following Air Force jet crash
In the wake of the Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crash in Uttara, security has been heightened at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery. Law enforcement and military personnel have restricted access to the facility, allowing only patients, their immediate relatives, and authorized staff to enter. Even journalists are being denied access without prior military approval.

Death toll in training aircraft crash rises to 27

Four more students undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery have died in the training aircraft crash incident at Milestone School and College in Uttara of the capital.

Dr. Shaon Bin Rahman, resident surgeon at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, confirmed the matter at 3am on Tuesday.

Death toll rises to 20, 171 injured receiving treatment: ISPR
The death toll from the crash of the Bangladesh Air Force's F-7 BGI training aircraft at the Milestone School and College campus in Uttara, Dhaka, has increased to 20, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Additionally, 171 injured individuals are being treated at various hospitals.

Pilot made every effort to move plane from densely populated area to a less crowded one: ISPR
Before the training fighter jet crashed, the pilot, Flight Lieutenant Mohammad Towkir Islam, made every effort to move the plane from the densely populated area to a less crowded one in order to avoid major damage. This information was shared by the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR).

Modi expresses condolences
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow and condolences over the loss of life in the plane crash at the Milestone School and College campus in Dhaka's Uttara.

In a condolence message on Monday (July 21), Modi wrote on X, "Deeply shocked and saddened at the loss of lives, many of them young students, in a tragic air crash in Dhaka. Our hearts go out to the bereaved families. We pray for the swift recovery of those injured. India stands in solidarity with Bangladesh and is ready to extend all possible support and assistance."

NCP postpones 'July Padajatra' in 3 districts
Following the crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training plane at the Milestone School and College campus in capital's Uttara, the National Citizen Party (NCP) has formed a medical team to assist with emergency services. At the same time, the 'Desh Gorte July Padajatra' scheduled for three districts has been postponed.

Urgent appeal for 'negative' blood
There is an urgent shortage of 'negative' blood groups (such as A-, B-, AB-, O-) for the treatment of those injured in the plane crash. Hospital authorities and volunteers have called for donors with these blood groups to come forward quickly. Volunteer Nurunnabi said, "There is a sufficient supply of positive blood groups, but the shortage of negative blood is critical. The amount collected so far is not enough for the burn victims who need negative blood."

Most of aircraft crash victims are students: Press Wing
At least 16 people were killed when a Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed into the Milestone School and College building in Uttara, Dhaka, according to the Press Wing of the Chief Adviser’s Office. Most of the deceased were students.

However, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) later reported that the death toll had risen to 18. Meanwhile, at a press briefing, Brigadier General Mohammad Zahid Kamal, Director General of the Fire Service and Civil Defence, stated that the number of confirmed deaths stood at 19.

ISPR releases list of casualties in hospitals
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has reported that 18 people have been killed so far in the crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training plane into a building at Milestone School and College in Uttara. Additionally, 164 people have been injured.

The ISPR has also provided a list of the injured and deceased.

According to the list: At Kuwait Maitree Hospital, 8 people were injured, with no fatalities. At the National Burn Institute, 70 people were injured and 2 were killed. At CMH-Dhaka, 14 people were injured and 11 were killed. There were no injuries, but 2 people were killed at Kurmitola General Hospital. At Lubna General Hospital & Cardiac Center in Uttara, 11 people were injured and 2 were killed. At Uttara Adhunik Hospital, 60 people were injured, and 1 person was killed. At Uttara Crescent Hospital, 1 person was injured, with no fatalities.

Earlier, the Director General of the Fire Service and Civil Defense had reported 19 deaths in the incident.

Bangladesh Navy's Condolences
The entire nation is grieving following the crash of a military training plane into the Milestone School and College building in capital's Uttara. The Bangladesh Navy has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and injuries caused by this tragic accident.

In a condolence message, the Navy said, "During this terrible crisis, we stand with the people of the country. We express our deep respect and sorrow for those who lost their lives in this irreplaceable loss. Along with other organizations, the Navy is making every effort to save the lives of the injured."  

120 burn victims treated at Uttara Adhunik Hospital
Following the military training plane crash at the Milestone School building in Uttara, 120 burn victims have been treated at Uttara Adhunik Hospital.
Dr. Akash, assistant director of the hospital, said, "120 burn victims have been treated here. Most of them have 60-70% of their bodies burned. The majority of the victims are between 14 and 20 years old. Two people have died, one aged 15 and the other 20. The identities of the deceased are yet to be confirmed."

Metrorail coach reserved for transporting injured to hospital
In the aftermath of the plane crash at Milestone College in Uttara, where several were killed and many injured, police have reserved a Metrorail coach to facilitate the swift transport of the injured to hospitals under Dhaka South City Corporation, according to police headquarters.

Death toll in Uttara aircraft crash reaches 19
Nineteen people have been confirmed dead and more than fifty others injured following the crash of an Air Force plane at Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka, according to Brigadier General Muhammad Zahed Kamal, Director General of the Fire Service.

He confirmed the casualties during a briefing at the scene, adding that rescue operations are still ongoing.

Emergency hotline launched at National Burn Institute
An emergency hotline has been launched at the National Burn and Plastic Surgery Institute in the wake of the crash of an Air Force training aircraft. Hotline number 01949043697

Plane Crash: One-day national mourning declared on Tuesday
The government has declared a one-day national mourning on Tuesday, July 22, following the tragic crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft at the Milestone School and College campus in the Diabari area of Dhaka, resulting in casualties.

Aircraft crashed into school building
A Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft has crashed into a building at Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka.

According to Shah Bulbul, the public relations officer of the school, the aircraft struck a classroom adjacent to the school's canteen.

"It is currently impossible to confirm if any students were injured," he said. "Security forces have sealed off the area, and the college authorities are being restricted from accessing the scene."

28 injured admitted to NBSI identified
A total of 28 people have been admitted to the National Burn and Plastic Surgery Institute (NBSI) following the crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training plane in Uttara, Dhaka. The victims, many of whom are students, include: Shamim Yusuf (14); Mahin (15); Abid (17); Rafi Barua (21); Sayem (12); Sayem Yusuf (14); Muntaha (11); Nafi; Mehreen (12); Ayman (10); Zaena (13); Emon (17); Rohan (14); Abid (9); Ashraf (37); Yusha (11); Payel (12); Albera (10); Tasmia (15); Mahia; Ayan (14; Fayaz (14); Masuma (38); Mahata (14); Shamim; Zakir (55); Niloy (14) and Samia.

Death toll rises to 4
The death toll in the training plane crash has risen to 4, with over 60 people reported injured, most of them students.

The injured have been admitted to the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery. The fire service has confirmed the fatalities, and rescue operations are still ongoing at the crash site.

Govt to provide free treatment
The government has announced that all medical treatment for those injured in the plane crash will be provided free of charge.

Special medical teams have been deployed at the National Burn and Plastic Surgery Institute and Kuwait Friendship Hospital to treat the critically injured victims of the accident.

At least 1 dead
The Fire Service has confirmed that at least one person has died in the accident.

Lima Khanam, the officer on duty at the Fire Service control room, said, "One person has died at the scene of the accident. Four injured individuals have been taken to the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) by a Bangladesh Air Force helicopter."

Blood donation urged for aircraft crash injured
Several people injured in the plane crash have been admitted to multiple hospitals, including the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery.

As of now, 60 burn victims have been admitted to the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, according to Director Dr. Nasir Uddin.

Due to the severity of their injuries, a significant amount of blood is urgently needed for their treatment. Interested blood donors are being urged to visit the hospitals to assist in the efforts. 

CA expresses condolence message
The Chief Adviser has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in the Uttara plane crash.

In a condolence message, he said, “The loss suffered by the Air Force, students, guardians, teachers, and staff in this tragic incident is irreparable. This is a moment of profound grief for the entire nation.”

Most injured in Uttara aircraft crash are Students
Hospital officials have confirmed that the majority of those injured in the Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crash at Milestone School and College in Uttara are students.

SQN Leader Towkir Islam Sagar killed in Uttara aircraft crash
One of the fatalities in the training plane crash in Uttara has been identified as Squadron Leader Towkir Islam Sagar.

2 BGB platoons deployed
Two platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed to assist with rescue operations and maintain law and order following the crash of a training aircraft in Uttara, Dhaka.

Burn victims rushed to Dhaka Medical College Hospital
The seriously injured from the crash are being transferred to the burn unit of Dhaka Medical College Hospital.

Approximately 60 victims, mostly students, have been admitted so far.

Eyewitnesses report that around 100 more students are severely burned at the crash site, with the public assisting in their transport to the hospital.

Aircraft crashes into Milestone School building, rescue operations underway
A Bangladesh Air Force training plane has crashed into a building of Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka.

The fire service has confirmed at least one fatality. Rescue operations are currently underway at the scene.

Many casualties feared
Eyewitnesses have expressed concerns about multiple casualties, particularly among school students.

Videos circulating on social media show several injured students being evacuated from the crash site.

Probe Committee formed
The relevant authorities have announced the formation of an investigation committee to determine the cause of the plane crash.

Mahidul Islam, Deputy Police Commissioner of Uttara Division of Dhaka Metropolitan Police, said, "I am heading to the scene after receiving the news. Trying to gather detailed information."

8 units working to control the fire
After the crash, eight fire service units are working to control the fire. Currently, fire units from Uttara, Tongi, Pallabi, Kurmitola, Mirpur, and Purbachal fire stations are involved.

Videos spreading on social media show plumes of smoke rising into the sky. Crowds including students and general people have gathered at the accident site.