Bodies of 9 Bangladeshis killed in Saudi fire return home
1-Click Audio Report (Universal Voice)
The bodies of nine out of 16 Bangladeshi workers who died in a devastating fire in Saudi Arabia have been brought back home. The bodies were handed over to their families at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, while efforts are ongoing to return the remaining bodies.
- The bodies of 9 out of 16 Bangladeshis killed in a Saudi Arabia fire have arrived in Dhaka.
- The bodies were handed over to their families through the Expatriate Welfare Desk at Dhaka airport.
- Efforts are underway by the government to bring back the remaining 7 bodies soon.
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The bodies of nine out of 16 Bangladeshi workers who lost their lives in a devastating fire in Saudi Arabia have arrived in Bangladesh. Upon arrival at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, the bodies were handed over to their grieving families, creating an emotional scene at the airport.
The tragedy occurred recently when a massive fire broke out at a workplace in Saudi Arabia, claiming the lives of several Bangladeshi expatriates. Following the completion of legal procedures and identification processes, the bodies of these nine victims were repatriated in the first phase.
Officials from the Airport Welfare Desk stated that the government has provided financial assistance to the victims' families for burial and immediate support. The Bangladesh Embassy in Saudi Arabia is in constant contact with local authorities to expedite the repatriation of the remaining seven bodies.
The sudden demise of these migrant workers has left their families in deep distress and financial uncertainty. Relatives have urged the government to ensure proper compensation and support, while calls grow stronger to ensure safer working conditions for Bangladeshi expatriates abroad.
“This tragic incident highlights the urgent need to ensure safer working conditions for Bangladeshi migrant workers abroad. As key contributors to the national economy, their safety must be prioritized, and the process of repatriating bodies and securing compensation should be streamlined.”
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